Looking back, was there a trip that changed the way you see the world?

A natural way to answer

Looking back, a volunteering trip when I was younger changed me a lot. It made me realise how differently people live, and it put things in perspective. I came home with a calmer, more grateful outlook.

Key phrases to use

• open my eyes — made me aware of something I hadn't noticed before“That trip really opened my eyes to how others live.”
• appreciate — recognise the value of something and be grateful for it“I appreciate quiet mornings more now.”
• put things in perspective — help you see what really matters by comparison“Seeing real hardship put my problems in perspective.”
• hit home — suddenly feel real and important to you“The poverty I saw really hit home.”
• count my blessings — be grateful for the good things you have“The trip taught me to count my blessings.”