After a life-altering health crisis, I found myself completely dependent on others. I couldn’t feed myself, brush my teeth, or even get dressed without help. I felt detached from my own body and identity. But through small, sacred acts of care—like a nurse brushing my hair after her shift or a friend helping me shower—I began to reclaim my dignity. This journey taught me that confidence can be rebuilt, and bold leadership can rise from even the most broken places.