Why They Beat the Odds
The Oprah Winfrey Show: The Podcast
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From Struggles to Strength
This chapter follows the speaker's challenging childhood marked by poverty and the influence of familial struggles, particularly their father's alcoholism. Through perseverance and inspired by their mother's love, the speaker pursues excellence in education and sports, facing a pivotal moment after her tragic death that ultimately leads to an unexpected path to Harvard.
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