Today marks the last class of my Bar course. Mixture of feelings. But gotta prep for the last 4 papers. 9 months of torture, but there are some memorable moments in between these periods.
Despite the hardship, I had earned friendship. And I know I will definitely miss each and every of them when they embark on their new journeys in the future. Some taught me to work harder, some open my eyes to reality of the legal world, some taught to be more competent but remain humble at the same time and some taught me even more valuable lessons than I can expect.
You see, there is no doubt the BPTC course is difficult course - and I don't even think it's enough to use "difficult" to describe one's journey in the Bar course.. It's daunting. It's a nightmare for every law student. Everyone is better than everyone, and you feel very small in this large community of barristers-to-be. Survival of the fittest applies.
The life of a barrister student is very different as compared to a normal university or postgraduate student. We undergo consistent harsh training under unfavourable circumstances and tight schedules giving you adrenaline rush and the unbearable amount of pressure you have in every single week - yes, every single week. You are taught to be self-sustained and self-independent. You are taught to be a good team player despite you face many adversities in group work. You are taught to confront any problems without having resort to the escape route. You are taught to be fearless. You are taught to be competitive and competent in legal work. And I know despite whatever efforts you put into this, there will always be a result. It will change you definitely - mentally and physically.
I am thankful I have a bunch of supportive friends around me - you know who you are. They consistently told me to not worry, not panic, not stressed and to overcome adversity. Because we share the same journey and the same vision. Everyone hopes for everyone to pass. I am thankful that they acknowledge my presence in their eyes and they treat me as a BPTC peer. Thank you guys.
Thank you, BPTC.
And... 4 more papers!
