Pecha Kucha . ݁₊᪥⋆. ݁

I created a simple presentation for Pecha Kucha with images that represented my journey, hoping to explain my achievements and the narrative. Not only explaining what had happened, I wanted to incorporate my thoughts and emotions to share with the group who I was seeing in real life for the first time. However, I actually didn’t have much time to prepare! (I had my script noted down, but because I get super nervous in front of people — public speaking is my worst fear — I wanted to “practice” presenting so I could deliver smoothly on the day.) But Sam had assured us that it would be informal and casual so I was not too nervous. A little nervous.

It was great to see coursemates and tutors in person, as I’ve only seen them through the screen and it felt surreal. Listening to their presentations really inspired me to continue trying my best, and reassured me that we are in this together, and the anxiety and worry I’m feeling is collective between us. The DPS team and coursemates are super supportive, and I felt grateful that I have so many kind-hearted people around me.

I got to talk to Sam! I always wanted to thank her for supporting me during the summer when I was struggling, as her words deeply resonated with me leading me to choose to pursue DPS — which I think was the most wise decision I could make at that time. (and was the decision I do not regret at all.) I talked about my concern about how I feel I should be more confident and believe in myself. She told me that I don’t have to feel like I “should” be confident, as it will develop within me as I’m being myself. This changed the way I think as I never thought about it from this perspective and I strongly agreed with it! Whatever the situation or context I always feel as if I “should” be something, expecting more and more from myself which suffocates me at times. I will remind myself of this phrase every time before I feel like I “should” be something.

The tutors are always very helpful and supportive, they are easy to talk to and the most welcoming. Again, I feel very lucky and grateful to be with the DPS team!