Overcoming obstacles define who you are...

[bjcheung77]

We all have our ups and downs in life, what we have done in the past may set you up or not for the future... but don't dwell on it, work on overcoming little obstacles one at a time towards your current goal. We can look back into the past, but work on the present, build momentum for your future goals... I think everyone may need a helping hand sometime or another, don't be afraid to reach out to your teachers, etc...

This story is in regards to how/why a university dropout turned his life around while in prison. Sometimes hitting rock bottom, is where people find themselves, and get out, be a better person. He found his calling, which was education/engineering/math. I hope others in similar shoes don't have to reach rock bottom to find themselves and their true calling...

BTW, has anyone followed up with previous teachers from elementary, high school, or even college? I haven't, maybe I should get in touch with them (virtually if possible).
Link: This university dropout turned his life around in prison. He's now working on his PhD (msn.com)