{"id":15342,"date":"2026-09-16T15:37:35","date_gmt":"2026-09-16T14:37:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/studyinireland.ie\/?p=15342"},"modified":"2026-09-16T15:37:35","modified_gmt":"2026-09-16T14:37:35","slug":"rediscovering-me-at-30-life-and-learning-at-isi-dublin-school-dublin","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/studyinireland.ie\/pl\/rediscovering-me-at-30-life-and-learning-at-isi-dublin-school-dublin\/","title":{"rendered":"Rediscovering Me at 30: Life and Learning at ISI Dublin School, Dublin"},"content":{"rendered":"
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\nHello! My name is Pedro Kaio. I\u2019m Brazilian, from the interior of Pernambuco, a town called Cabrob\u00f3. I clearly remember watching the movie 13 Going on 30 as a child and finding it funny how the character discovered a new version of herself at 30.
\nNow, at 30, I see myself in the same context.
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\u2728 Stepping Into My 30s: A Fresh Start<\/strong> \u2728<\/h2>\n

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Hello! My name is Pedro Kaio. I\u2019m Brazilian, from the interior of Pernambuco, a town called Cabrob\u00f3. I clearly remember watching the movie 13 Going on 30 as a child and finding it funny how the character discovered a new version of herself at 30.
\nNow, at 30, I see myself in the same context. Living in Ireland for seven months, I feel like I\u2019m retracing my steps and, like Jennifer Garner\u2019s character Jenna Rink, entering a new cycle of challenges \u2014 even feeling like a child learning to read and discovering new words.<\/p>\n

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\ud83c\udf0e Finding Strength Beyond Home<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Leaving home, my comfort zone, and my family\u2019s embrace, as any immigrant experiences, is an immense challenge. I\u2019ve discovered new strength through diverse work experiences and by building a support network, which is essential for surviving abroad.<\/p>\n

I started working very young \u2014 the classic story of starting early \u2014 but I\u2019ve always needed to be strong. I left home at seven due to personal reasons. Since then, I\u2019ve taken on many responsibilities and carried with me the dream of living abroad.<\/p>\n

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\ud83c\udf0d Chasing Dreams and Embracing New Beginnings<\/strong> \u2764\ufe0f<\/h2>\n

I discovered Ireland online and, about four years ago, decided to make this dream a reality. At first, it was very difficult because every move requires sacrifice \u2014 and I left a lot behind. I miss my family, but I found a welcoming Brazilian community here. Ireland embraced me and gave me the chance to rediscover myself.<\/p>\n

I lost my father early and have been working non-stop since I was sixteen. I\u2019ve done everything \u2014 even collecting cans. For me, every job is valuable. I also enjoy sharing my story, challenges, and achievements on social media to inspire others.<\/p>\n

\nToday, I continue building my path in Ireland, aiming to keep dreaming, learning, and motivating others. I\u2019ve traveled to more than 12 countries and want to keep exploring the world, improving my English, and using my experiences to inspire people to believe in themselves and embrace new beginnings.\n<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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