60.Encouraging someone to do what they didn't want to do

Describe a time when you encouraged someone to do something that they didn't want to do

You should say:

who this person is

what you encouraged them to do

how this person reacted

why you encouraged this person to do it

Ans-I would like to talk about a time when I encouraged one of my close friends to do something he really didn’t want to do. This person is my childhood friend, Aman. We have known each other for many years, and we usually share everything with each other.

Last year, Aman got an opportunity to apply for a job in another city. It was a good position in a well-known company, and it offered better salary and career growth. However, he was very hesitant because he had never lived away from his family before. He felt comfortable in our hometown and was afraid of moving to a new place, making new friends, and adjusting to a different environment. Because of this fear, he was planning to reject the offer without even trying.

I strongly encouraged him to accept the opportunity and at least give it a chance. I told him that growth often comes from stepping out of our comfort zone. I reminded him of his long-term goals and how he always wanted to build a successful career and become independent. I also shared my own experiences as a traveler, explaining how exploring new places had helped me grow as a person and become more confident.

At first, he reacted negatively. He said I didn’t understand his emotions and that it was easy for me to say these things. He was stressed and confused. But instead of arguing, I calmly listened to his concerns and tried to reassure him. I even helped him research about the city, accommodation options, and transport facilities to reduce his anxiety.

After a few days of thinking, he finally decided to accept the job offer. In the beginning, he found it challenging, but gradually he adapted to the new environment. Now, he is very happy and often thanks me for pushing him to take that step.

I encouraged him because I genuinely believed in his potential and didn’t want him to miss a great opportunity just because of fear. Seeing him succeed makes me feel proud and satisfied that I was able to positively influence his life.