On August 17th, 2012 my father age 61 committed suicide. No one could have prepared me for the devastating news. My father who had been my protector, provider, teacher and super hero had used a shotgun to take his own life. Throughout the ensuring weeks, my mind raced with unanswerable questions. Why had he committed suicide? How could he have chosen to leave my brothers and I? Could I have intervened and saved him? How could I, his daughter, have not seen that he was suffering? As the days slowly slipped by, I desperately needed guidance and direction.
Salvation came several months later in the form of an online ad for Language Corps. Rather than wallow in my own sorrow, I decided to pack my bags and move to Barcelona to teach English. Ultimately, my 6 months with Language Corps provided the journey of a lifetime. Effectively running my own small …show more content…
My time abroad gave me the opportunity to put life in perspective and determine my own definition of success. I wanted to bring joy and hope to the people around me, and become the best that I could be at something I loved. Since my time abroad, I have grown numerous brands in the beer and spirits industry bringing quality products to market and creating a community where friends and family can come together to enjoy a drink. I am also a volunteer at the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention where I work to increase awareness and provide support to others.
As I approach the MBA admission process, I am reminded of the devastating day five years ago when I learned of my father’s suicide. Inspired by grief, my subsequent soul-searching shaped the compassionate and tenacious woman I am today. Although I will never understand why my father left us, his senseless death motivated me to identify and pursue my own passions. Although I can't save the world, I can use my skills to make a positive difference in every life I
Salvation came several months later in the form of an online ad for Language Corps. Rather than wallow in my own sorrow, I decided to pack my bags and move to Barcelona to teach English. Ultimately, my 6 months with Language Corps provided the journey of a lifetime. Effectively running my own small …show more content…
My time abroad gave me the opportunity to put life in perspective and determine my own definition of success. I wanted to bring joy and hope to the people around me, and become the best that I could be at something I loved. Since my time abroad, I have grown numerous brands in the beer and spirits industry bringing quality products to market and creating a community where friends and family can come together to enjoy a drink. I am also a volunteer at the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention where I work to increase awareness and provide support to others.
As I approach the MBA admission process, I am reminded of the devastating day five years ago when I learned of my father’s suicide. Inspired by grief, my subsequent soul-searching shaped the compassionate and tenacious woman I am today. Although I will never understand why my father left us, his senseless death motivated me to identify and pursue my own passions. Although I can't save the world, I can use my skills to make a positive difference in every life I