Living in the society where we're often judged for every action we doall our actions , the belief of "Asking questions means you're stupid" has been in my head ever since I was teased for questioning everything in primary school. Ever since, I felt a burden in my headfor having so many doubts.I was burdened by self-doubt
She quoted Reina Reyes: "we ask questions not because they matter. We do it because it matters we ask questions" which caught my ears.HOw did this enlighten you?
I wouldn't regret having this belief back then, because I helped me to grow and mature.
I'm thankful I've grown wiser. I always question the moment I'm confused. I ask questions to pre-empt problems and obstacles along the way - before they get
worstworse . I learnt that asking question does not make you stupid, it just means that you're attentive to details. It means that
you're listening and taking your work seriously so that you won't leave any stones you leave no stones un-turned in learning and are humble enough to accept that you're not Einsten.
It means that you are humble, that you are aware that you don't know everything but are willing to learn as you grow.Hi Yuan Fang, you're generally on track with this essay and I can relate with the stigma of asking questions. I do agree with love11234 that grammar still needs work, some of which I have pointed out though I don't have the time to go through the whole thing. There's quite a bit of redundancy and excess, where I felt there were times where you could've gone straight to the point. Flesh out more on how YOU challenged the belief, perhaps on building up your internal struggle with asking questions and the fear of sounding stupid. Primary school was a long time ago after all, so there must have been a serious impediment to your inquisitive mind. The question wants you to be inspired by an event (Ms Hui's concern) but the crux is how you challenged yourself to grow out of your shell. Universities love curious learners, but they want to see what makes you tick.
I hope this helps, and thank you for your comments on mine!
Cheerio,
Lightjade (Jamie L)