MY IELTS JOURNEY

My IELTS Story

"You may fail thousands of times but never stop trying"

Embarking on my IELTS journey was nothing short of a thrilling adventure, and it all began in the vibrant month of September. As I left the lively campus life behind to immerse myself in IELTS preparation, the challenge of solitude loomed large. The absence of familiar faces and bustling camaraderie posed an initial hurdle, testing my adaptability.

Initially, the first days of preparation were a bit daunting, but my focus on the listening and reading modules helped me find my footing. Drawing from my experience in writing research articles, the writing segment presented a relatively smoother path. However, the real nerve-wracking moments surfaced when it came to the speaking section. Initially, my words seemed tethered by inertia, but with time, I not only gained fluency but also took strides to enrich my lexical resources.

I vividly recall registering with the British Council on the 3rd of September, eagerly anticipating the exam on the 23rd. However, due to unforeseen circumstances, my exam faced a two-week postponement just a week before the scheduled date. The waiting period was both agonizing and suspenseful. Finally, on the 7th of October, the much-anticipated exam day arrived.

The reading module that day was a dragon, spewing fire and devouring my confidence. Leaving the hall, a shroud of doubt draped over me. "I'll have to retake it," I thought, the words tasting like ashes on my tongue. But then came the moment of truth on October 20 at 12:30 pm, when I checked my results. To my immense joy, my overall band score stood at 7.0, with no band less than 6.0, showcasing my triumph over numerous obstacles in this brief yet intense journey.

My IELTS journey wasn't a smooth sail; it was a rollercoaster of self-doubt and triumph. But amidst the turbulence, one lesson etched itself into my soul: confidence is the compass that guides you through the storm. So, to every aspiring IELTS navigator, I say this: Believe in yourself, for within you lies the power to conquer any test, any hurdle.