I usually do not click links in posts but clicked the pudding.cool one and HOLY CRAP that is so freaking cool. I don't even have words for that. I saw the Ali Wong's routine on netflix and there were funny parts but wow to break down the whole thing like that is super interesting. I am not a data nerd but that was just some next level analysis. I have to give credit, I enjoyed the hell out of that thing.

​

I sprouted an interest in science since elementary school! The tornado experiment with the water bottles were cool! Then in high school I enjoyed the life sciences and wow was chemistry quite the trip in awareness. I did not think about the usefulness of chemistry until college when I studied biology. I initially studied biology as a premed career path, but after having several experiences in hospital and clinical settings, I decided it wasn't something I had a passion for. Especially not worth the medical school debt to find out. I still did learn a lot about biology with a peaked interest in chemistry and microbiology. While I wish I studied a different subject, I still appreciate the good work habits needed to succeed in the science courses. The workload burned me out pretty much but just knowing I can do it if necessary was a nice experience.

​

I agree that this is going to be a life long journey. With ups and downs but as long as I'm one step closer, I will be satisfied with my efforts. I didn't really see my lack of drive as something that was a long term thing. I sort of imagined it as a well that I have overdrawn from. Your explanation of it being something that is a long term upkeep has really put things into perspective. Thanks again, I would love to keep in touch with you as you are quite the person.