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see it ( now ), adventure is everywhere .” opened my eyes to different forms of Shyartiana had stepped out of her comfort serving others . What both institutions zone to join the chairing committee of helped me realise was that I do have the SJIMUN at the end of Year 5 , a move that capacity to do more for the community . In scared her but turned out to be a fact , all of us do . Sometimes we just need a memorable experience . little reminding .” Studying at Yale-NUS
To Shyartiana , adventure is also daring College , Shyartiana is part of I ’ mpart , a to take on unconventional routes of life and student-led and non-profit making one ’ s own path . A solo expedition organisation . It aims to in Hua Hin , Thailand , her greatest adventure support underserved youths yet , left her immensely grateful for the trip and their communities and the friends she met , despite having through organising tutoring only found out about the destination 4 sessions and sports hours before her flight . sessions for them . As of
Back in school , she was surrounded by now , they are working with friends who shared a similar love for the Singapore Boys ’ Hostel . outdoors . Her passion for kayaking was
Earlier this year , sparked by a 5-day kayaking expedition to Shyartiana was awarded the Sibu , Malaysia which was organised by Mr . OBS Leadership & Service Alfred Nathan . This Sibu crew would Award ( LSA ). It recognises become the family she spends every eve of rugged and resilient youths with National Day with , camping at Pulau Ubin . outstanding contributions in leadership and She eventually earned a two-star certificate service within the community . Shyartiana in kayaking . Shyartiana was also part of the was also offered a scholarship to Ultimate Frisbee Team while simultaneously participate in the internationally-renowned pursuing her passion , softball , at the 21-day OBS Classic Challenge Course . Singapore Recreational Club .
At the end of the conversation with
“ After leaving SJI , I really wondered Lucius , bearing the wisdom of adventure , about my purpose in life and while some Shyartiana leaves behind a final message things are left unanswered , deep inside I for her juniors . “ I hope you ’ ll never forget have always known that I really want to give to do things that make you happy and feel back to society in any way that I can ,” alive . You ’ ll thank yourself for those Shyartiana expresses . “ SJI wonderful memories . Plus it ’ s good for the showed me what it means to be heart and soul ! So look around once in a a woman for others and OBS while and remember to smell the roses !”
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Adventure to me has always meant saying , ‘ oh well , whatever ’ and then taking that leap of faith . I think many people associate adventure with the outdoors but the way I see it ( now ), adventure is everywhere .
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Facing page ( top ): Communicating our plans with one another to get everyone on board the raft that we made together .
Facing page ( bottom left ): The first day of our trekking expedition .
Facing page ( bottom right ): Sometimes instincts lead to bad choices , but that ’ s okay . We bashed through the forest and ended up stuck in a muddy area that had been fenced off . The path towards the end became too narrow and we had to turn back . One of our many trials and misadventures but all makes the journey more interesting .
This page ( top right ): On a scenic boat ride on our way to the morning jump .
This page ( bottom left ): The typical end to our day : Reflections . One of the most memorable reflections we had as we spent hours under the stars and watching the skies … then we were invaded by an entire herd of wild boars !
This page ( centre inset ): After a gruelling experience , receiving the Certificate of Achievement
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