Future PTA Pelvic Floor Specialist
If you had told me a few years ago that I’d be writing a blog post in the pelvic floor field, I probably would’ve laughed. Mostly because back then, I was too busy stressing over an exam I couldn’t seem to pass.
I failed the same NPTE multiple times. Each attempt felt heavier than the last. I questioned my intelligence, my path, and even whether I was cut out for healthcare at all. Watching others move forward while I felt stuck was one of the hardest experiences of my life.
But here’s the truth: those failures shaped me more than any easy success ever could.
Each time I failed, I learned something new about myself, how I study, how I cope, and most importantly, why I wanted to help people in the first place. I realized that I wasn’t meant to rush through my journey. I was meant to grow through it.
During my downtime, I discovered my passion for pelvic floor health. an area that is often overlooked but has such a powerful impact on people’s lives. The more I learned, the more I knew this was where I was meant to be. I had amazing mentors that help and guide me into passing the NPTE and develop my love for pelvic floor.
Today, as I continue to study and grow in the pelvic floor field, I carry those lessons with me. My journey is a reminder that setbacks don’t signify the end of a goal. Sometimes, they are simply the guidance needed to find the right one.
I am currently working in an outpatient setting and taking pelvic floor courses to become a specialist in the field. This academy has taught me so much and continues to challenge me in ways I never would’ve thought. I have build connections and long term friends that care about the needs of patients.
Failing the NPTE wasn’t the end of my story. It was the redirect and motivation that I didn’t know I needed.
To anyone who’s struggling right now: your failures don’t define you. They’re just part of the process that leads you to where you truly belong.
Do not give up!
About the Author
Zakiyyah Bogan, PTA
My name is Zakiyyah Bogan. I love comedy shows, traveling, and new adventures!
