~:[CH7 - Day 318]:~ Not Just By Chance

~:[CH7 - Day 318]:~ Not Just By Chance

Often times people think that things happen because of luck or chance. Sure, it does require good timing and things to fall into place, but the reality is that in many cases, people discount the work that is put in to find success. I think when you find that thing you're passionate about though, you put the time and effort into it and you force the hand of this world to let you find yourself on the road to success. As I stood with nearly thousands of MyDays, you could tell that their hard work was paying off as I was impressed by how loyal of a following they had with some waiting 1/2 a day to get a good spot at the concert, traveling from quite the distance or simply knowing all the chants and songs. The energy of the crowd was great, but what was even greater was the performance quality they had, which was also a testament to the work that they have put in. From the backgrounds to the transitions and the way everything was laid out, they put on a performance that all of these MyDays will remember for a long while. I left on a flight from Las Vegas only to have to drive back tomorrow, but after arriving home and reflecting on this evening, I was so happy that I decided to do what I did. As I think about the goals that students have, it's stories such as Jae's that prove that you can take something you love and make it into something that brings you success. I already knew that he had the talent, but I love seeing how he not only uses his talent to entertain, but also loves doing in the process. If you haven't heard a Day6 track, watched a Day6 video or caught a Day6 concert, you're definitely missing out a genre of music that can appeal to so many, as the stray from what we think of when we think of this "Kpop" culture. The diverse crowd re-emphasized that even more. As the energy of the crowd flowed through me tonight, I kept smiling knowing the joy that they brought to all those around me, but also because I realized how this success was not simply by chance. If you can dream it, make a plan, work tirelessly even when you can barely keep your eyes open, and proceed forward doing the thing you love and not just doing it, but doing it well. In the case of Day6 and Jae, it was extremely well and more.