Annabelle Eherer: Landing at AU after a challenging journey
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I never thought that one day I would be on the road to success.
After dropping out of high school, I was on a terrible journey through addiction. Eventually, this addiction led me to rock bottom and nearly losing it all I had, including my daughter, Stella.
I decided to put myself in a recovery program for six months, which helped me become the successful and sober person I am today. Since completing the program, I got engaged to a wonderful—and also sober—man, John. In February 2020, we had a baby boy named Kashton.
Three months after his birth, I decided to get my General Education Development (GED) and passed with flying colours. Having this diploma changed my outlook on life and on education. I really wanted to show my children that education is important.
I browsed numerous colleges and university websites for many months and came across AU. Thankfully, AU has many counselling services which helped me create a study schedule that’s right for me. Having this schedule makes it possible to be a full-time student—and a full-time mother.
“After dropping out of high school, I was on a terrible journey through addiction. Eventually, this addiction led me to rock bottom and nearly losing it all I had, including my daughter, Stella. ”
– Annabelle Eherer
I always had a challenging time finding the educational path that was right for me, but AU made it possible. My experiences with addiction helped me realize that I wanted to help others enjoy a fulfilling and healthy life, which is why I am so happy that I’m pursuing a psychology degree through AU.
I’ve gone from the bottom to being at the highest point in my life today.