“Adopting the right attitude can convert a negative stress into a positive one.” – Hans Selye  In today's episode, Jacqueline & Christina are excited to welcome Jenny LIM, a MiM GE student from HEC Paris, as they delve into the intricate world of “classes préparatoires”. Jenny will unravel the myths surrounding this unique French curriculum, shedding light on its challenges and providing insights to navigate it effectively. Key topics: · What's “classes préparatoires” and what challenges do students typically face within this education system in France? · How can one perceive when stress levels become unmanageable, and what actions can be taken to effectively address it? · How to remain focused and disciplined amidst various distractions and competing obligations? · How could you personally strike a balance between rigorous academic demands and other life commitments? Anticipate an insightful dialogue delving into the significance of resilience for both personal and professional development, strategies for identifying and coping with overwhelming stress, techniques for staying focused amid distractions, and effectively juggling demanding academic obligations alongside other life commitments. Moreover, they will investigate the key motivators influencing career decisions post completion of “classes préparatoires”. “The distance between dreams and reality is called action.”—Brian Tracy  Thank you for listening – we would love to hear your thoughts on this new episode and our journey together! Also feel free to reach out to us if you would like to participate in one of our upcoming episodes. If you enjoyed this episode, we would appreciate it if you could help us grow through hitting the “follow” button, and do not hesitate to give us a rating! See you again soon! Christina & Jacqueline Follow us on Instagram: @the.20sproject -- Hosting provided by SoundOn