This photo was taken in Nepal, where my journey of discipline and determination began. Along with my friends, I trained every day, not for comfort, but for a future we believed in. We saved our own money and, with a small amount of government support, built a simple park so we could train together. It was not much—but it was built with sacrifice, unity, and hope.

We never trained only for ourselves. We opened our space and our hearts to younger brothers and sisters aged 15–16, motivating them to choose health, discipline, and purpose. Not only to join the army, but to build strong lives and strong minds.

Those days were extremely hard. There were moments of exhaustion, doubt, and struggle—but we did not give up. Friendship became our strength. Hard work became our answer. Today, that struggle has meaning: one of my friends serves in the British Army, another in the Singapore Army.

My journey is not finished yet. My dream is to serve in the French Army. To pursue this dream, I left my homeland, my parents, and everything I love behind and came to Croatia. I stand alone here, facing uncertainty, but I refuse to give up.

This is not just a dream—it is a commitment. And with your support, I will continue moving forward.