I moved from South Africa and tried to make a new life both professionally and personally in Sydney. It was a bold move, and I was lonely as well. It was something I chose to do and after having worked in a University in South Africa, I had to navigate this new world and find a job. I guess this period of adventure and separation really helped me understand where I was and where I was going. There were disappointments along the way. I remember looking for my first job and I got so many rejection letters that I could paste them on the entire wall. It was an eye-opener and it redefined success and achievement. It helped me to relook at myself and detach myself from material achievements. I found within myself hope and optimism and built resilience. And this has stood by me through the years and helped me get through the last 27 years.