Learning to express my vulnerabilities and celebrate my authenticity

HKU Mentor Mrs Jill Gallie (left) and HKU Mentee Mandy Yuen (right) at the HKUMed 135th Anniversary Event

Mandy Yuen: “My mentor Mrs Gallie … never ceased to share her wisdom. During our dinner conversations, as she first opened up how she overcame her life adversities, I also became willing to express my vulnerabilities. With her warm reassurance, I developed the confidence to express and celebrate my authenticity.

Mrs Gallie’s love for people has also inspired me to be more generous with people. Even with such packed schedule, she has always prioritised her time to arrange meetings with me. Learning from her willingness to take care of others and non-judgmental guidance, I have been able to form some secure lifelong relationships.”

Mentor Mrs Jill Gallie invited Mandy to her house for dinner

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