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The High School

Sharique Afzal shares a small moment from their high school experience that had a significant impact on their perspective on success.

By Its Food TimePublished about a year ago 3 min read
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There have been many moments in my life that have had a significant impact on me, but one particular moment stands out to me the most. It was a moment that took place when I was in high school, and it completely changed my perspective on life.

It was just an ordinary day, and I was sitting in my biology class, feeling bored and disinterested. My teacher was going through a lesson on genetics, but I wasn't paying much attention. I was daydreaming, lost in my own thoughts, when suddenly, my teacher said something that caught my attention.

She said, "Your genes may determine your potential, but it is your environment that determines whether you will reach that potential."

I remember those words hitting me like a ton of bricks. It was as if a light bulb went off in my head, and suddenly, everything made sense. Up until that moment, I had always believed that success was determined solely by one's genes and natural abilities. I believed that if you weren't born with certain talents, you were destined to fail. But my teacher's words made me realize that it wasn't just about what you were born with; it was also about the environment you were in.

This realization had a profound impact on me. It made me realize that I had been limiting myself, and that I had been using my lack of natural talent as an excuse for not trying harder. It made me realize that success was not out of my reach, but that I had to work hard and create the right environment for myself.

From that day on, I started to put more effort into my studies. I began to focus more in class, and I started to set goals for myself. I also started to surround myself with people who were motivated and driven, and who inspired me to do better. I joined a study group, and we would meet every week to discuss our coursework and help each other out. I even started to take on leadership roles in various clubs and organizations, which helped me build my confidence and develop important skills.

Over time, I saw the results of my hard work. My grades improved, and I started to feel more confident in my abilities. I also started to see opportunities open up for me, both academically and personally. I was accepted into a prestigious university, and I was even offered a scholarship based on my academic achievements.

Looking back, I realize that that small moment in my biology class had a huge impact on my life. It changed the way I thought about success and the role that I played in achieving it. It taught me that success was not just about what I was born with, but also about the environment I created for myself. And most importantly, it showed me that I had the power to create that environment, and to shape my own future.

In conclusion, I believe that we all have moments in our lives that have the power to shape us and change us for the better. For me, that moment was in my biology class, when my teacher said something that completely changed my perspective on life. It taught me that success was not out of reach, and that I had the power to create the right environment for myself. And for that, I will always be grateful.

That moment in my biology class not only had an impact on my academic success but also on my personal growth. It taught me the importance of surrounding myself with positive and driven people who inspire me to do better. It showed me that with hard work and the right mindset, anything is possible, and I am capable of achieving my dreams.

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