Guest Column: Down The Memory Lane..

Volume 6 Issue 3 March 2016

Reflections on my college experience

I was not a bright student but still I used to secure first or second rank up to XI standard. I used to pay proper attention to the classroom lecture, occasionally missed homework and used to study regularly at home. I used to involve in physical activity, games, sports, music, reading books, magazines and newspapers etc. in my free time to keep myself physically and mentally engaged.

During my 1st year T.D.S. (XII) in college I paid less attention to the subject of chemistry. Annual exams were two months away. First time in my life I developed the fear of failure. However I put in extra efforts and passed my university exam to enter medical college.

During final year MBBS I didn’t pay proper attention on my studies due to peer influence. Due to which I could pass final MBBS with second attempt. Thereafter I learnt to stay focused and assertive. During my post-graduation at CIP, Ranchi I developed anxiety due to difficult and new subjects and also due to family and financial problems. However by the grace of God I kept patience and increased my efforts. I started paying attention to classroom lectures, clinics, self-studies, and group discussion with my batch mates. Adequate sleep, food, and extracurricular activities helped me to
keep relaxed. By adopting the above measures I passed both the university exams in 1973 with good marks. During my student life I never remained awake at night for studies.

I just want to conclude with golden words by Willa Cather, ‘There are some lessons you learn best in calm and some in storm’. Learning comes from mistakes & success comes from well learned lessons.