I knew my cultural heritage was Chinese American since my early childhood. I was born on January 25, 1994. Although my parents are Americanized, I discovered my fascinating identity through my parent’s anecdotes, and through my less assimilated grandmother who taught me of her experience growing up in China and of our language dialect of Cantonese. As a Chinese American I became proud of my culture and spread the aspects such as the food with my friends. While I was exploring the world, I began participating in community service activities such as my local Turkey Trot, that helps Jerry Kids and Lymphoma and Leukemia research, which really gave me insight into how people can make a huge difference united in helping a righteous cause.
I involved myself in wrestling which taught me self discipline, mental physical endurance, and how to be an independent hard working individual. Along my journey in life, I learned the philosophies of people such as Nietzsche and Socrates which taught me how to view life from different perspectives. Also I learned some fun little things such as how to solve the Rubix’s cube, how to make sushi, and how to skateboard. I was privileged enough to take a trip with my family throughout China, which really confirmed how truly wonderful my culture is and allowed me to see amazing works such as the Great Wall and the Terracotta Warriors. I appreciate the opportunities I’ve had in life and I hope to further have more adventures in my life.
