My name is Vanessa Sutijono. I have always been a very shy person. However, as I joined Kung fu I have become much more confident.
Vanessa Sutijono
I decided to speak about the positive changes Kung Fu has had on my life because when I first started Kung Fu, I was very shy and had zero confidence.
Picking this topic made me realize how much I have changed in eight years. Doing Kungfu has helped me gain confidence, as even though I can still be quiet, I am less afraid to use my voice, and has also assisted me with my strength both physically and mentally. Additionally, the attention to detail required in Kungfu forms has translated into other parts of my life, including schoolwork, as I always make sure to be as detailed as possible when doing assignments and projects. I have also become more motivated to become my best self and work hard, especially after the extra training I have been given in the past few months leading up to this point. Even when I meet an obstacle, I am less afraid of trying until I become better.
I would like to thank everyone that came today and provided us with support. I especially thank my family for putting me in Kungfu. Even though it is hard at times and I can be unmotivated, I’m grateful that I will be able to protect myself if necessary. I also give thanks to Shifu, as I have learned many valuable lessons and I am always being pushed to become better. Overall, I am thankful for Kungfu and the impact it has made on my life.
I would like to thank my family for putting me in Kungfu. Even though it is hard at times I’m grateful that I will be able to protect myself. I would also like to thank Shifu, as I have learned many valuable lessons and I’m always being pushed to become better.
