A Journey of Courage and Empathy

This chapter recounts a transformative teenage experience where the author chose volunteering over a prom dress, engaging with freedom fighters and interviewing Aung San Suu Kyi under challenging circumstances. It reflects on the personal growth gained through these experiences and the importance of truth-telling in journalism and intelligence work. Additionally, it explores how a globally mobile upbringing shapes one's identity and worldview, emphasizing shared human experiences across cultures.