Who Am I?

My name is Dechen Pema. I am 23 years old and the eldest of three sisters. When I joined the Desuung program, I had a very personal goal — to lose weight, feel more confident, and improve my physical health. But after joining, my thoughts changed completely. I realized I am capable of much more than I had ever believed. My journey was not only about physical change; it became an emotional and mental journey as well.

And my expectations from this course would be to discover my hidden talents, become more confident, and work towards becoming a better version of myself. Before this course, I was full of insecurities. Almost 90% of me were filled with self-doubt. I didn’t believe in myself and often felt unsure about my abilities.

Through the training, discipline, and support from the instructors, I found new strengths inside me. I learned to push my limits, face challenges, and grow as a person. This course did not just change how I look; it changed the way I see myself. I became stronger and more confident, and I began to dream of guiding others one day, just as I was guided.

Being the eldest in my family, I have always carried many responsibilities. I have seen my parents struggle to raise us. We do not have a house of our own, and my father is the only person earning in our family. I saw him working hard day and night to feed us. He used to tell me about the difficulties he faced when I was born. My mother also suffered a lot. There were times when she did not have proper meals and came close to starvation. My parents tried their best to keep us alive and safe.

Even today, we are not financially stable. My father earns a small monthly salary that just meets our needs. There were times I thought of working part-time to help my family, but my father told me to focus on my studies and complete my high school education. Even when we were struggling, my father helped others — he even took care of my relatives without expecting anything in return.

I saw my father pushing himself, even when he was close to breaking down. He never gave up. His hard work and kindness have inspired me deeply. Now, I take care of my younger siblings, just as my parents have taken care of me. I know there is still a long way to go, but I am determined to keep moving forward.

The challenges I faced in life have taught me many lessons. I learned that difficult times do not have to stop you — they can help you grow stronger. Every hardship my family went through has made me who I am today. Joining Guide gave me discipline, confidence, and a new way of looking at life. I now believe in myself and know that, even with limited resources, I can achieve my goals.

My dream is to continue improving myself, to honor my parents’ sacrifices, and to one day help and inspire others. This journey has shown me that strength comes from patience and hard work, and that change starts when you decide to push beyond your limits. I am no longer the insecure girl I once was. I am ready to face challenges and build a better future for myself and my family.

Hereafter, I’ll be a girl with hopes, dreams and a unique blend of everything. I’ve experienced everything I hope to be, and I may not fully know who I’m yet, but I’ll be proud of the person I’m becoming.