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It is said that the grass is always greener

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on the other side of the fence,

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and I believe this is true,

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especially when I hear President Obama

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often talk about Korean education system

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as a benchmark of success.

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Well, I can tell you that,

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in the rigid structure and highly competitive nature

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of the Korean school system,

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also known as pressure cooker,

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not everyone can do well in that environment.

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While many people responded in different ways

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about our education system,

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my response to the high-pressure environment

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was making bows with pieces of wood

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found near my apartment building.

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Why bows?

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I'm not quite sure.

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Perhaps, in the face of constant pressure,