**Voiceover Script:**
[Soft, reflective music begins]
I just concluded my IT defense, and as I sit here, my heart is overflowing with gratitude. First and foremost, I thank God for guiding me through this journey and making it a success. It wasn't easy. Oh no, it was a battle filled with mental, physical, and emotional stress that sometimes made me feel like I was drowning.
There were days and nights when the weight of it all became too heavy