What it means to be a worthy student


Boiling point: Jaclyn cautions that students may be pushed to lose their sense of purpose and curiosity in chasing future success.

MANY of us in the student fraternity would be familiar with the constant pressure to not only do our best, but also be the best in whichever field we choose to pursue.

While dreaming big is commendable, it comes with a frequently unacknowledged bane: the endless competition and fear of falling behind.

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