I take a deep breath and release it slowly, trying to calm the shaking within me. Behind that door – I am convinced of it – will be my destiny. It’s not just that the man told me I was destined for greater things; deep in my bones I know that he’s right. Whatever is on the other side is going to shape my future. Come on Ellen, be brave. You can do this. There’s a whole new world waiting to open up for you. Another deep breath. I close my eyes, stretch out my hand and push against the rough wood.