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The Extrovert's Playground:

  • Writer: Nivetha Shankar
    Nivetha Shankar
  • Jun 6, 2024
  • 3 min read

High school was like a rollercoaster ride through the depths of hell, with twists and turns that left me feeling dizzy and disoriented. I was like a fish out of water, struggling to find my place in a sea of competition. Teachers seemed to have it out for me, and I often felt like I was one wrong move away from being swallowed whole.

Phew! Finally escaped the clutches of high school. That place was like a maze of drama and stress.


Entering college with some influence was like stepping onto a stage with a script I hadn't quite memorized. Despite the initial boost, fear still gripped me tightly, like a shadow that refused to fade.

One of my boldest moves? Participating in PPT presentations. It was my way of announcing to the world—and to myself—that I was no longer content to watch from the shadows.

Honestly to say i would start making PPT on the deadline day no matter how much time I get, And you know what? It was exhilarating. With each presentation, I felt myself growing stronger, more alive.


College wasn't just about classes and grades—it was about discovering who I was and who I wanted to be. And with every step I took on that battlefield of bravery, I felt myself inching closer to the person I was always meant to become.

The feeling of winning a prize after a PPT presentation is beyond words. It's a moment where all eyes are on you, and the congratulations from others fill you with an indescribable sense of pride and joy. It's a reminder that hard work pays off and that you're capable of achieving great things.

Thanks to the lessons I'd learned during the pandemic—reading books, watching TED talks, devouring celebrity interviews.


Not all PPT's were a win for me .With each loss, I felt the sting of defeat. But instead of letting it break me, I used it as fuel to keep going. Because here's the thing—I knew that success wasn't just about luck. It was about determination, and the willingness to keep fighting, no matter how many times I stumbled.

Picture this: you've got internals on one side, a model on the other, and you're running around campus like a headless chicken trying to get those OD forms sorted—all while knowing you've got a PPT to nail later in the day. This is my day on presentations.


But then you remember why you're doing all of this in the first place—to challenge yourself, to grow, and to show the world what you're made of.

Sometimes i use this as advantage to bunk class my way of escaping classes.


Facing pre-PPT anxiety, they're like an unwanted guest crashing your party, uninvited and impossible to ignore. Your heart starts racing like you're in love, your palms get sweaty, and suddenly, standing in front of a crowd feels like the scariest thing in the world. But once if you step on to the stage the fear becomes invisible(ofc i was shaking in the stage). Yup, standing in front of a crowd feels like the ultimate rollercoaster ride of emotions.


Let me tell you some tips:


1)fix your eyes on one student who focus on you and listens to you

(please don't look at your best friends they distract you)

2)talk louder so that your fluency becomes uniform and grab attention of every person in the room

3)If you forget things in halfway don't hesitate to move on to next slide and start with a fresh topic.

4)Provide examples for topic to make it more interesting.

5)While ending your presentation end with a perfect quote

(like any punch dialogue)


Yea these are my ways to conquer the Extroverted Playground, I hope it uses for you too.

So yeah, Thank you for joining me on this exhilarating journey! From the nerve-wracking pre-PPT jitters to the triumphant moments in the spotlight, this playground has shown us the power of embracing our true selves. Let's carry forward the lessons learned and continue to shine brightly in every aspect of our lives.


"Cheers to the extroverted playground—where every moment is an adventure."





 
 
 

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vishwarajkannan
Oct 30, 2025

Good Work ✨

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Guest
Jun 08, 2024

Absolutely Phenomenal ✨

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Jun 09, 2024
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Thank you

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Guest
Jun 08, 2024

Good work Nivetha<3

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Jun 09, 2024
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thank you

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