00:00:00 - Introduction
● Host welcomes listeners and introduces guest, Shwali.
● Discussion about chapel and emotions regarding seniors leaving.
00:00:28 - Senior Year Anticipation
● Shwali shares excitement about her upcoming senior year.
● Plans to have a Ninjago-themed backpack.
● Concerns about college admissions and managing academic performance.
00:01:22 - College and Friend Group Dynamics
● Conversations with friends about college plans.
● Reflecting on the value of mentorship from older friends.
00:02:17 - Lessons Learned in High School
● Two major lessons:
1. Commitment and effort in all endeavors.
2. Finding self-validation and letting the right people come to you.
00:03:11 - Navigating School Cliques
● Overcoming challenges of fitting in as a transfer student.
● Emphasis on authenticity and finding a supportive friend group.
00:04:11 - College Aspirations
● Shwali shares her dream of attending UC San Diego.
● Importance of creating a welcoming and inclusive community.
00:05:09 - Faith and College Life
● Host discusses learning guitar to incorporate faith into college life.
● Both share aspirations of leading worship sessions in college.
00:06:37 - Future Studies
● Shwali plans to major in Human Developmental Sciences with a minor in Criminology or
Psychology.
● Host shares their own academic plans in Chemistry and Psychology.
00:07:10 - Closing Remarks
● Thanks to Shwali for joining the podcast and sharing her journey.