What obstacles did I face on my journey to becoming an astrophysicist?

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I hail from the tornado capital of the world, Oklahoma! I am just starting on my journey to become an astrophysicist! This was not an easy journey, but one I would not change. My first major was geology, but changed it after I fell ill, and knew I would soon be in a wheelchair. I kind of think this was a blessing in disguise as it set me on a new course that I absolutely adore! I am living proof that no matter the obstacles you face, or the challenges you take head on, everything, and I do mean EVERYTHING is possible!
 
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