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Personal Narrative: Moving Strong Through Adversities

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Moving Strong through Adversities I wonder if many teenagers go through the same kind of insecurities, vulnerabilities, and anxieties as I did. I am the type of girl who keeps to herself, answers only when being spoken to, and goes unnoticeable in large crowds. I was never associated with being good at emotional literacy. Being able to share my feelings would have helped me grow so much; if only I was brave enough to be the first to say hello, to forge friendships, and to discuss personal issues with friends. Deep down inside my heart, I have a never ending desire to compete to be the best in education, talent, and skills. The need to compete fueled me to achieve successes in life - until one day I reached a breaking point. Failures came …show more content…

For me, you are the embodiment of a person that I can never be due to my condition. I wish I can taste just a fraction of your success. Grades and top universities’ admissions are not everything. Know that you have a loving family supporting you, friends who are always there for you, and most of all, the inner strength in you to persevere. Maybe A-level was not a good match for you. I am confident that you will excel in university. Believe in yourself, love yourself, care for yourself, for no one else will treat you right. Never let anyone pull you down, even if that person is your inner self.” I realized Ali never meant that I should pamper myself, make up excuses for not succeeding, or blaming other people for my failures. He wanted me to work hard, persevere, and give my all before settling down for the outcomes. No matter what other people might critique about the outcomes, Ali wants me to take criticisms constructively rather than destructively. If I neglect myself, not only all my achievements would be in vain, but also any opportunities in the future would seal shut as my life plunged into the dark abyss. To avoid that unwanted tragedy, I ought to love and feel proud of

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