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Hello, my name is Olivia. I am 18 years old and currently living in a small town with my family. Growing up, I was always interested in the arts. As a child, I loved to draw and paint. My parents were very supportive of me and encouraged me to pursue my passion. When I turned 15, I decided that I wanted to become an artist and attend art school after graduating from high school. However, life had other plans for me. When I was 16, my father passed away suddenly due to a heart attack. This event completely changed the course of my life. After my father's passing, I became very depressed and lost all motivation to continue pursuing my dream career as an artist. Instead, I decided to focus on helping others who were going through similar situations as me. I became involved in volunteering at local hospitals and counseling centers, which helped me find a sense of purpose again. Now that I am 18 years old, I have realized that my love for the arts is still very much alive. I am currently attending college to study psychology with the hopes of becoming a grief counselor one day. Although my path has been unconventional, I am grateful for the experiences and lessons I've learned along the way.