Xian Lim just celebrated another personal milestone after graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in Music Production Degree from De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde.
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On July 4, Xian finally graduated from DLS-CSB through its Expanded Tertiary Education Equivalency and Accreditation Program (ETEEAP). Now 36, the actor reminded followers that it’s okay if we don’t get to follow the timeline we once imagined.
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“Never in a million years did I imagine this day would come,” he said in a heartfelt Instagram post. “Today isn’t just about earning a diploma. It’s a reminder that life doesn’t always follow the timeline we imagine…and that’s okay. Sometimes the detours become the very roads that lead us where we’re meant to be.”
In a previous Instagram post, he shared that his journey to finishing college at DLS-CSB took years, and it wasn’t exactly straightforward, as he had to juggle work and personal priorities.
Fifteen years later, he is now an actor, director, and a licensed commercial pilot.
“The older I get, the more I realize that success isn’t measured only by what we achieve, but by how we make other people feel and the impact we leave behind. Skills, titles, and accomplishments may open doors, but kindness builds relationships, and being useful gives purpose to everything we do. If we can wake up each day asking how we can make someone else’s life a little better, I think we’re already living a meaningful life,” he shared.
“Wherever you are in your journey…whether you’re just starting, rebuilding, chasing a dream, or celebrating a milestone, know that you’re exactly where you need to be. Trust the process. Keep learning. Keep growing. Keep pushing. Keep smiling,” he added.
Congratulations, Xian!
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