Conquering Obstacles in the Past and Present

“Veni, vidi, vici,” (Deutsch 151) is more than a motto, it is a way of life. As it translates, the phrase means something to the effect of 'upon my first interaction with a new obstacle, I was able to supersede its challenges,' and I would assert that this much does apply to my own personal experience. Ever since accomplishing academic pursuits that have put me on the path to higher education, it has become clear to me that I am equipped to handle any issues that may present themselves.

My scholastic success is largely the result of my being able to adequately manage my personal limitations. During my education and public school, I encountered some difficulty with particular subjects like mathematics. Arranging after-school meets and speaking one-on-one with my instructors granted me some of the essential skills I would need in order to maximize my free time and accomplish homework in a timely manner. Meanwhile, during late adolescence, a number of cognitive developmental changes required that I adjust my thinking, learn to plan accordingly for what I could anticipate, and adapt to new circumstances as they arise. In this respect, my experiences with algebra and geometry — though daunting at first — proved to be some of my most proud accomplishments. 

When one identifies what needs particular attention, they are able to recognize other potential impeding factors. In this way, it is clear that the essential skills I cultivated during my later high school years prepared me for the academic challenges that lay ahead. No matter what I may encounter, I know that surveying the demands of a circumstance and estimating gaps in my own knowledge can elucidate pathways toward success. Repurposing these skills in the realm of higher education means focusing on novel topics with an authentic dedication to personal results.

Work Cited

Deutsch, Monroe E. "Veni, Vidi, Vici." Philological Quarterly 4 (1925): 151.