Although some people believe that children should pursue employment, others think that students should study further education. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

During the second wave of the coronavirus, I faced a significant personal and academic challenge when I and my entire family contracted the virus.

While

my parents battled severe symptoms like high recurring fevers, I was spared from the worst of the virus, experiencing only mild symptoms. So, I had to shoulder the responsibility of managing household duties

while

taking care of my parents.

This

disrupted my academic routine, causing me to miss many online classes and shifting my focus from my studies. The situation took a toll on my academic performance, and I failed a subject, namely Applied Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer, for the first time in my life. Despite

this

setback, I refused to let it define me.

Instead

of succumbing to self-doubt and isolating myself, I took the initiative to step out of my comfort zone, by actively communicating my academic needs and goals with several faculty members.

This

not only allowed me to pinpoint my areas for improvement but

also

helped me to find the right mentor for my final-year project. With the implementation of feedback received from professors and determination, I was able to make consistent progress through the remaining phase of the academic journey. My grades, which had hovered around 70% during the COVID-19 pandemic, soared to an impressive 90% by my final semester.

This

experience taught me the power of resilience and the importance of perseverance under proper guidance. It

also

instilled in me a deep-rooted belief in my ability to overcome obstacles and achieve my goals. The lessons learned from

this

challenging period have shaped my approach to life empowering me to embrace challenges and emerge stronger from every setback.