This was such a beautifully written reflection. I could feel the sincerity in every word, especially when you described your admiration for your mom and how the dream shaped your early years. It's amazing how childhood aspirations evolve as we grow and encounter life challenges
Choosing to switch from science to art must have taken a lot of courage and even though doubts still linger, I believe you made the best decision for you at the moment.
Like you said -everything happens for a reason