Made Stronger

I can vividly recall the last semester in college. I have to admit, I wasn't as serious as I should have been. I cruised through classes, confident that I would still ace my exams without putting in my best effort. When the results finally came out, I was hit with a wave of disappointment and self-displeasure. I was disheartened and spent countless hours, over several days, dwelling in thoughts of my perceived failure.

As I replayed the events of that semester in my mind, I realized that I had let myself down. My lack of seriousness had finally caught up with me. I was held back by the specter of my own discontent, and I struggled to find motivation to move forward. It was a weight that seemed to sink my spirit further with each passing day.

However, in the midst of my turmoil, a realization struck me like a bolt of lightning. Just because I didn't perform as well as I had hoped didn't mean that I hadn't worked hard or that I wasn't intelligent. It was simply a test, a challenge to see if I would crumble under my setbacks or emerge stronger. It was a poignant reminder that our value isn't defined solely by our accomplishments, but also by our resilience in the face of adversity.

As I grappled with this newfound perspective, I found solace in the encouraging words I encountered on social media and within my Guinean community. They were words of resilience, determination, and the unyielding power of the human spirit. It was a turning point for me. I vowed to pick myself up, to shake off the doubt and disappointment, and take charge of my future.

I made the decision to double my defenses, to push myself harder, and to never let myself be held back by my own shortcomings