Link Chapters

So of course one of the greatest aspects about running a club is the chance to meet people who have the same interests as you do. Sometimes, I feel very alone in my interest for saving North Korean defectors, but having incoming Freshman listen to what I have to say is one of the most rewarding experiences. Even if they are just listening out of respect. To tell you the truth, I started this chapter at the end of my Freshman year and for about 3 weeks, I was really excited to get this club running. I got the club approved, found officers, contacted LiNK global and had our first officers meeting. After that, I was skeptical and kept asking myself "What did I just get myself into?" I was starting to doubt myself as if I started this club on impulse. The stress and worry about finding a meeting space, tabling for the first time at Orientation and finding sponsers felt like such a daunting task. 

In addition, our first day of tabling was only somewhat successful. Yes, we did get people to generously hand over their information (muahaha) but most students seemed to avoid our table just because of the words "North Korea". Then, about 15 minutes before putting away tables, a group of students seem to hint at our table. Giving me the undeniable "I'm interested" glare. I was honestly tired as I had 7 hours of class right before our expo and I was just ready to go home and knock out. However, I felt obligated to let these guys know more about LiNK and I'm really glad I did. These freshman were normal freshman, listening to me talk and crack dull jokes, but what really made me snap out of my distracted, fatigued thought process was when a student asked me. "Do you need any more officers?" I never thought in my entire life that one statement could have such an impact on me mentally. 

When he asked me about officer positions, I was estatic! Finally, someone asked a question! No more blank stares into oblivion but an actual question! In fact, we needed to fill 3 more officer positions and I was just happy that we were actually LiNKing (pun get it? haha). 

I guess the moral of this story is that, as an officer or a club, there are many times when you start doubting yourself and you just sort of want to quit or hide in a pineapple under the sea, but when someone else shows appreciation for your work, it's really worth it and there is no greater feeling. I might be "President" but I really lack the stamina and my motivation fades faster than black skinny jeans. Hopefully, I get to continue to meet new people who remind me that the work I'm doing is legitimately worth it.