07/11/2024
**A Struggle I Witnessed that Strengthened My Purpose**
Thereās a powerful lesson I learned last yearāone that solidified my commitment to financial literacy and healthcare planning. Itās a story thatās close to my heart because it involves my sister, Mary Ann.
Mary Ann was diagnosed with chronic kidney disease (CKD) stage 5. This news turned our world upside down, affecting every aspect of her life and our familyās well-being. The reality of her condition brought immense financial and emotional challenges. Suddenly, we were faced with overwhelming medical bills and the ongoing costs of treatmentāexpenses that added up far beyond what any of us expected or were prepared for.
But it wasnāt just the financial side that was hard. Watching my sister and our family struggle emotionally through this experience was heartbreaking. The stress of trying to make ends meet for her treatment, the sacrifices made by every family member, and the deep worry we felt daily left a lasting impact. In those difficult moments, I often thought about how different things might have been if weād been financially preparedāif weād had a plan in place to handle such an unexpected and heavy burden.
Witnessing Mary Annās journey inspired me to strengthen my mission as a financial educator. I donāt want other families to have to face the kind of struggles we did. My purpose became clearer than ever: to educate others about financial literacy, healthcare planning, and preparation for the unexpected. Financial literacy isnāt just about managing money; itās about protecting ourselves and our loved ones from future hardships.
I hope to help as many families as possible take control of their financial futures, so they never have to experience the same hardships. Itās never too early to start preparing, and every step towards financial literacy brings more security, peace, and stability for ourselves and the ones we love.