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The snapshot I have shared reflects one of the most important moments of my life. The picture is a clear representation of my struggles, determination, hard work and enthusiasm. During my high school, I change three schools and they allowed me to learn many important things about life. It allowed me to see blessings hidden behind challenges. It allowed me to realize that conveniences do not always bring positive outcomes but inconveniences do birth opportunities and challenges.
Things do not always happen as we plan but we have to plan how to cope with situations and circumstances. I learned that life is full of uncertainties and unexpected obstacles one must be capable of handling them. I developed the ability to see life challenges from
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I had to join boarding for high school that made me frightened and my eyes were filled with nervousness and confusion. I never wanted to go there and I wanted to conceal my identity. I was shy and hesitant it was difficult for me to adjust to new environment. Within days, I realized I started adjusting to new people, new place, and the environment. I realized I have to accept changes and this allowed me to adjust to a new place.
The second thing I learned from high school is the ability to accept challenges. I realized I am not the only person in school who is having troubles. People belong to different backgrounds and they have many issues too. That moment developed in me the ability to accept challenges. The third thing I learned during my high school is the ability to explore opportunities. I uncovered my hidden talents when I joined the basketball team. I played really well that I was made the captain of the Yellow team. I explored the leadership quality and supervision skills. The fourth thing I learned is strength
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Though unwanted at the moment I learned to live away from home with new people and new surroundings. I had no choice but to accept changes and adjust to the environment. I learned the opportunities available to me as I explored the school is good in ranking and provides best technological equipment.
I adjusted to the new place and on the sophomore year had to leave it and join a new computer school. That meant adapting to new things and new place. Once again I had to explore new things. Then again I had to leave the school and entered the third school. This time, I realized I had had no fears of visiting new places, meeting new people and adjusting to the new environment. But this time, I had a thirst for knowledge, for exploring things, for struggle and for achieving my goals. This was the moment when I realized I HAVE REVEALED MYSELF. I realized I wanted to meet people and interact with them. I wanted people to know about me and learn how determined and friendly I am. I wanted them to see how I have changed and developed strength.
The moment I entered the third high school I was all filled with dreams and goals. I was determined to perform better and achieve good results. I was entering the school on purpose, the purpose that was the main aspiration of my life. I knew my struggles and desires will generate opportunities for

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