I AM AN OPPORTUNIST!
When I was in English class for newcomers to the US (ESL), the teacher once told me, “You are very resourceful!”
At that time, I didn’t even understand what “resourceful” meant. I know resource means resource and I guess “resourceful” probably has a positive meaning, so I just want to thank you.
After that, I learned more and found out that “resourceful” means “good at finding quick and clever ways of solving difficulties or problems” that is, good at finding quick and smart solutions to solve difficulties and problems encountered.
Looking back, I think her comment was really profound.
1. LIFE AT THE TIME OF BEING THROUGH AMERICA
When I first came to America, I didn’t know English and had no direction for the future.
Even though my family is very supportive of my child’s studies, no one has enough understanding to guide me. I don’t know how I will graduate, or how to register for university, or what major I will pursue. I just know I have to try my best every day.
But in return, I have a very curious nature, always listening for information, and always seizing every opportunity. festival.
I remember during my second year in America, I heard some Mexican friends talking about taking extra classes on Saturdays at the university, I immediately “waiting” and turned around to ask immediately. But I thought I asked to get to the bottom of the matter.
Finally, thanks to that “shameless” inquiry, I learned about the Upward Bound College program Preparatory Program and immediately applied.
Being accepted into this program was a big turning point in my life. Thanks to this program, I found companions and guides who helped me successfully enroll in prestigious universities and win full scholarships.
In addition to always grasping Every opportunity, I always take advantage of free resources.
Because I understand very well my family’s tight financial situation.
2. MY ACADEMIC PATH
At that time, my home did not have Internet as comfortable as it does now. I took advantage of the Internet and read free books at the school library.
The American high school school day lasts from 8 am to 3 pm, and every time it’s lunch time, I run to the library to use the school computer, and usually skip meals (thinking about this makes me feel so sorry for my stomach).
I take the time to search for information online to do homework, to learn and research more, and then save money to print reading materials.
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The books in my school library are extremely rich and abundant. From the school library in Vietnam to the library in the US like that, I am “interested” very much. I just want to read all the books.
I’m passionate about reading one book after another. I still remember the excitement of learning about the Greek gods, then learning about the origin of the Pythagorean Theorem. Oh my God, a sky of knowledge seems to open up. And I really found joy in learning and being passionate about knowledge.
At that time I must say I was a genuine bookworm.
Then when I entered college, I continued to look for opportunities. Even though I went to college for free due to a full scholarship, I worked 3 extra jobs at the same time!
At that time my thought was, “My mother doesn’t know English, I have to work hard with manual labor but the salary is not much, but while I work leisurely, use my brain, and get a higher salary than my mother, why don’t I try to do it?
Even though there was a time when I was exhausted and finally had to ask for one less job, those jobs actually not only helped me support my family, but also gave me more life experience, helped me improve my knowledge, and made my application to medical school more attractive.
(I worked as a teaching assistant for Chemistry and Biology classes for first and second year students, as a tutor for Chemistry classes, and also worked EKG specialist at the school’s hospital).
3. ME NOW, AFTER NEARLY 20 YEARS IN THE US
Arrive Now when I remember my aunt’s words, I feel grateful to life for the difficulties and challenges I encountered. Actually, without them, I probably wouldn’t be who I am now, and I wouldn’t know my full potential.
Tony Robbins said something that I really like. successful.
That is “It’s not about your resources, it’s about your resourcefulness.” roughly translated “In life, it’s not about the resources you have, it’s about how you know how to utilize those resources.”
Please comment “yes” if you agree.
Hope you can find hope and motivation from my story to constantly strive for a beautiful future.
Wish you all success!
Dr. Christina Nguyen
The Phoenix Medical Academy
