My name is Asha Samant, and if you know me, you know that I've always lived life on my own terms - open-hearted, joyful, and fiercely independent. I've been the one cheering others on, showing up when people needed strength, and finding happiness in the simple things: a warm home-cooked meal, heartfelt conversations, and making people smile.
Through this experience, I'm learning a different kind of strength: the courage to ask for help. And it has shown me how powerful kindness and community truly are.
I may be in the middle of my toughest fight, but I still believe in joy, in people, and in second chances. Thank you for being a part of this chapter with me.