As you would know by my url, I am the girl stranded here, stuck in this tiny space. I admit I'm a little claustrophobic, hypocritical and maybe a bit preachy. Otherwise just bear with me. After I am STRANDED here, shouldn't you pity me?

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Saturday, June 04, 2005

i thought i'll just post my personal statement that I am going to use for the jc's apllications here.



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When I started studying in SMSS, God, Jesus and the Christian faith has been introduced to me. I was bewildered initially as I was a non-Christian but it is a meaningful experience. I listened intently during these sessions to learn more about Christianity and even debated with my friends on God’s existence.

I became more reflective and questioning in the process. My reasoning skills also improved greatly during those heated debates. Moreover, I went on to discover the thinkers’ world (philosophy) which I now regard as the pinnacle of human thought. Though, I still remain an agnostic but I have become open minded and respectful towards others’ beliefs and faith.

Being a member of the school choir has been unforgettable experience. There is an incredible feeling of unity as everyone harmonizes together to achieve the perfect sound. The discipline required to stand and sing continuously for 4 hours has also improved my patience by leaps and bounds.

Not only did I gain self confidence and got rid of my mentality of being afraid to sing out loud, I also realized that I could influence others with the change in me. This was important when I took on the role as a committee member and had to deal with choir members who had a negative attitude towards choir.

However my passion for dance was cut short due to the tremendous stress I was facing from juggling many activities. Thus I felt a necessary sacrifice had to be made to allow me to participate in whatever I undertake wholeheartedly.

Indeed it has proven to be the right decision as I gained valuable lessons as a Prefect and Youth Councillor (Northwest CDC) by learning how to be diplomatic and facing adversity optimistically. Belonging to the pioneer group of Dots Inc* has also enabled me to multi task efficiently and become more innovative.

Socrates once said, “One thing I only know is that I know nothing”. In our ever-changing society this is evident, what I know now might be obsolete in fifty years time. Equipped with my various experiences and interests, I believe that it will allow me to be adaptable, realistic and humble in future, in order to face whatever challenges that I might come upon.

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