Even though I was tired, I couldn’t sit still. I left my bags in the room and made my way to the Watts Building to collect my PRB card and officially enrol at UBIC. Holding that card in my hand felt like a small but important milestone, it made everything real.

Later that day, my brother and I walked around Brighton and went up to the I360, where I saw many places that I would visit later.

Monday, October 7th, was my first official day of studying at UBIC. Walking into the classroom that morning, I felt a little overwhelmed but also proud. I had made it here. That entire first week was a blend of discovery, adjustment, and quiet excitement.

Equality means giving everyone the same support or resources and treating everyone equally regardless of their circumstances. However, equity is about understanding that not everyone starts from the same place, and sometimes, people need different levels of support to reach the same opportunities or outcomes.

I believe this lesson will help me as a doctor to provide the highest quality care.

One part that stood out to me was when we shared ways to stay positive, even during tough times. It reminded me that being kind to ourselves, encouraging others, and not giving up are all part of having a positive attitude. I also realized how much a positive environment can help us do better in school and feel happier overall.

Since that lesson, I’ve been trying to stay more hopeful, especially when things get hard. It’s not always easy, but I’ve learned that a little bit of positivity can make a big difference.

We talked about how listening carefully, being patient, and showing kindness are all ways to show empathy. One of the activities we did helped me see how everyone faces different challenges, even if they don’t always show it. That made me want to be more thoughtful about how I treat others.

Since that lesson, I’ve been trying to be more understanding and less quick to judge. Whether it’s comforting a friend or simply being there for someone, I’ve learned that even small acts of empathy can make a big difference.

One thing that stood out to me was learning how important it is to recognize stress early so we can manage it before it gets too heavy. We also shared some of our own ways of relaxing or calming down, which made me realize that we all cope in different ways and that’s okay.

Since that lesson, I’ve been more mindful of my stress levels, especially during busy times. I’ve started using some of the techniques we learned in class, and they really help me feel more in control. It reminded me that asking for help is a strength, not a weakness.

One thing that stood out to me was learning about tone and body language. It made me realise that how we say something can be just as important as what we say. We also did activities that showed the importance of teamwork and listening, which helped build trust and cooperation.

Finally, to refine our communication skills, we took part in group exercises.

One thing I really liked was how we got to practice leadership through group activities. It showed me that anyone can be a leader, no matter how quiet or outgoing they are. It’s more about how you treat people and how you handle challenges.

That lesson made me more aware of my actions, especially when working in teams. I’ve started trying to take initiative more often and support others when they need help. Learning about leadership gave me more confidence and made me realize that we all have the potential to lead in our own way.

I enjoyed learning that happiness isn’t just something that happens to us it’s also something we can choose and work on. Whether it’s helping someone else, doing something we enjoy, or thinking positively, we can create more happiness in our lives.

Since that lesson, I’ve been trying to notice and appreciate the good things around me, even on stressful days. It helped me understand that happiness isn’t about being perfect it’s about finding joy in simple things and spreading that joy to others.

The college created a warm and festive atmosphere, and I was happy to see so many people interested in learning about Kuwait’s history, traditions, and national pride. We decorated the space with our national colours, red, green, white, and black and shared traditional Kuwaiti food, music, and stories. Seeing the Kuwaiti flag displayed and hearing kind words from others about our country filled me with joy.

Fun Fact: Kuwait has two national days, the first on the 25th of February, which celebrates the ascension of Sheikh Abdullah Al-Salem Al-Sabah to the throne in 1950. He is known as the "Father of the Constitution" because he led many reforms and helped modernize the country, including introducing the constitution in 1962. National Day honors his leadership and Kuwait’s development as an independent and sovereign state. And the second is on the 26th of February, which marks the liberation of Kuwait from Iraqi occupation in 1991 during the Gulf War. After seven months of occupation, an American led coalition helped free Kuwait. Liberation Day is a reminder of the resilience of the Kuwaiti people and the importance of freedom and peace.