This second quarter has been a roller coaster of emotions and has also been a challenging one for me. All that just opened up new learning experiences that prompted me to grow in ways I never imagined. I found out that it was possible to learn and cope with different responsibilities at the same time. I got the most from the academic lessons—new skills in research and communication, which made me a better writer and thinker. Radio broadcasting was that one thing I enjoyed a lot. It was a skill that taught me how to articulate ideas clearly, be a good team member and spontaneous too. So in a way, I learned that one can grow only if he/she is willing to take risks and learn from every situation.




On the one hand, managing radio broadcasting, research work, and the other academic requirements was going to be first-class work. I will admit there were times when I almost broke down—doing on-air work, editing research papers, and submitting work for various subjects at the same time. Not having enough time and the ever-present pressure sometimes made me more anxious than usual, especially when trying to keep up the same performance level in all the areas. However, these difficult situations taught me the value of strictness and the art of putting things in order of priority.


I tackled these demands by learning to manage my time well, setting clear priorities and coming up with a schedule. So, I made weekly plans and allocated time for radio rehearsals, research writing, and academic reviews. I also wouldn't burn out. I utilized teamwork as well—honest communication with my groupmates and classmates made the workload less daunting. Besides, taking short breaks and reminding myself of the reason why I started each task were also ways that helped me stay motivated. These tactics changed what once felt like chaos to a productive rhythm.

In the near future, my firm intention is to improve my skills in time management and communication. I will apply mindfulness and consistency to better manage my academic and extra-academic activities. Moreover, I want to build a stronger willpower within myself and to find new methods of improving my research and broadcasting skills. I have realized during this quarter that it is possible to be passionate and persistent while still having good academic performance—and with this attitude, I am prepared to meet the challenges of the next quarter.

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