Nicole is a second-year med student currently attending school in California. Born and raised in a very conservative home and church, she never expected to be who she is today. Now, she embraces herself and all that has come with it. Nicole and Ryan explore her journey of accepting herself, reconciling her faith with her identity, and why she remains a dedicated Christian despite the obstacles in her path.

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