Tell us about a situation where you were wrong, let yourself down, or failed at something and how
you recovered from it. In this question we would like to learn how you cope with disappointment
and stress in your life. We want to understand how you manage to recover from such situations
and what impact they have on you further down the road. - 300 words
Life is a roller-coaster, so it is obvious I have encountered a lot of ups and downs in my life. The
worst nightmare was anxiety and depression. In 2021, I felt lost because of the political situation in
Myanmar. Some of my friends flew to other countries to study because their parents could afford it.
To admit, I did not even search a single word about scholarships at that time. When I saw others
trying their best, it made me feel ashamed and disappointed. I supposed the whole world favoured
everyone except me. I indeed caught up in an abyss of emotions. But when I reevaluated the
motivational phrases I read, I spoke to myself, “Oh Right, this is not the end. I can try as long as
I’m alive”. I read books on self-improvement and positive quotes to raise my mental status. I also
realised that “If not now, when? If not me, then who?”. Then I gained the strength and energy to
become fearless. Another positive consequence is I am now capable of viewing things as they are,
especially with a positive mindset. At the same time, I joined some volunteering activities and even
paid internships, which is a blessing since it helps me stand out. So, even though I am not studying
abroad currently, I believe that it is my divine time to sculpt the best of me. The event led me to
look before I leap. I suppose everything happens for a reason. Being lost in depression and anxiety
caused me to transform into a new person who knows herself well. Because of this incident, I
believe that I am strong enough to tackle any future conditions. The energetic mindset and
hardworking skills are my best companions, so I am ready to fight for my life.
you recovered from it. In this question we would like to learn how you cope with disappointment
and stress in your life. We want to understand how you manage to recover from such situations
and what impact they have on you further down the road. - 300 words
Life is a roller-coaster, so it is obvious I have encountered a lot of ups and downs in my life. The
worst nightmare was anxiety and depression. In 2021, I felt lost because of the political situation in
Myanmar. Some of my friends flew to other countries to study because their parents could afford it.
To admit, I did not even search a single word about scholarships at that time. When I saw others
trying their best, it made me feel ashamed and disappointed. I supposed the whole world favoured
everyone except me. I indeed caught up in an abyss of emotions. But when I reevaluated the
motivational phrases I read, I spoke to myself, “Oh Right, this is not the end. I can try as long as
I’m alive”. I read books on self-improvement and positive quotes to raise my mental status. I also
realised that “If not now, when? If not me, then who?”. Then I gained the strength and energy to
become fearless. Another positive consequence is I am now capable of viewing things as they are,
especially with a positive mindset. At the same time, I joined some volunteering activities and even
paid internships, which is a blessing since it helps me stand out. So, even though I am not studying
abroad currently, I believe that it is my divine time to sculpt the best of me. The event led me to
look before I leap. I suppose everything happens for a reason. Being lost in depression and anxiety
caused me to transform into a new person who knows herself well. Because of this incident, I
believe that I am strong enough to tackle any future conditions. The energetic mindset and
hardworking skills are my best companions, so I am ready to fight for my life.
