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Text: Cold Snow Mountain
Edited by Hanxue Mountain
Preface
On the road of life, who has not experienced ups and downs?
Who hasn't faced a difficult situation, and when fate strikes us a heavy blow, do we choose to run away from it, or do we choose to face it bravely?
The story of Ouyang Xiadan, the former host of CCTV, may be able to give us the answer.
A Test of Fate: A Family Twist
Ouyang Xiadan, a Guilin girl from a humble background, has shown extraordinary talent and perseverance since she was a child.
Coming from a poor family, she knows that knowledge is the key to changing her fate.
She studied hard and always ranked among the best in her grades, and she was an excellent student in the eyes of her teachers and a role model in the eyes of her classmates.
With excellent grades, she was admitted to the coveted Communication University of China as the top liberal arts student in her hometown.
The moment he entered the university campus, Xia Dan was full of excitement and infinite longing for the future.
She secretly vowed that she must write her legendary life in the place where this dream began.
However, fate dealt her a heavy blow at this time.
There was bad news at home that my father had been diagnosed with advanced liver cancer.
Suddenly, the originally happy family fell into a predicament.
Her mother had to work outside the home to support the family, while her elderly father struggled at home.
Young Xia Dan shouldered the double burden of taking care of his father and his studies.
Faced with his father's haggard in front of the hospital bed, Xia Dan's heart was like a knife, and he once thought about giving up his studies and going home to take care of his father.
But the parents firmly disagreed, they understood that knowledge was the fundamental way out for their daughter to change her fate.
With the encouragement of his parents, Xia Dan wiped away his tears and rededicated himself to his studies.
She studied hard during the day, and took care of her father's sickbed at night.
Despite her exhaustion, she never gave up.
The hard work paid off, and with tenacious perseverance, Xia Dan was admitted to graduate school with excellent results.
But the test of fate is not over.
During her graduate studies, my mother was diagnosed with breast cancer.
Xia Dan, who was already suffering from his father's illness, was hit hard again.
Faced with the threat of illness, she felt helpless and hesitant like never before.
Cancer, the word like death, cast a huge shadow over her young life.
But Xia Dan knows that what is needed most now is courage and action.
Instead of being crushed by despair, she chose to rise up and resist.
Since then, her life has been divided into two parts.
During the day, she studied hard at school and armed herself with knowledge; At night, she stayed in front of her mother's sickbed and warmed her mother with love.
While focusing on her studies, she took care of her mother carefully, interpreting the power of family affection in her own way.
Although he was physically and mentally exhausted, Xia Dan felt extremely relieved to see his mother's face getting better day by day.
The hard work paid off, and under Xia Dan's careful care, his mother finally overcame the illness and regained her life.
After experiencing this test of life and death, Xia Dan has a deeper understanding of life.
She understands that the meaning of life lies not only in the realization of self-worth, but also in giving love and help to others.
This difficult period has shaped her strong and optimistic character, and also laid a solid foundation for her future growth.
Flying against the wind: the rise of the "national face".
In the autumn of 2003, by chance, Xia Dan, who worked at Shanghai TV, got the opportunity to join CCTV.
This is undoubtedly a dream platform for a young host of a local station.
With the dream of becoming an excellent host, she resolutely embarked on the road to her dream.
Bidding farewell to familiar colleagues and audiences, Xia Dan came to Beijing alone and started a new journey at CCTV.
When he first joined CCTV, in the face of this nationally eyed stage, Xia Dan was not complacent.
On the contrary, she felt a great sense of responsibility.
She understands that being able to stand on this stage is the result of the efforts of countless predecessors and the embodiment of the trust of countless audiences.
She secretly vowed that she must demand herself with higher standards and prove her worth with strength.
Since then, Xia Dan has worked harder than anyone else.
She meticulously delves into the business and strives to be the most perfect in every broadcast.
Whether it is vocal skills or typhoon demeanor, she trains hard and does not miss any detail.
She was often the first to arrive at the studio and the last to leave, and even lunch was hastily sorted out in the office.
Hard work pays off, with extraordinary talent and hard work, Xia Dan quickly emerged on CCTV and became a hot news anchor.
The infectious voice can always tell the story behind the news and resonate with the audience.
Under her interpretation, the originally serious news has become vivid and vivid, and the ratings have been rising.
From the special program for the 60th anniversary of the National Day in 2009 to the CCTV Spring Festival Gala in 2010, Xia Dan's figure frequently appeared in major programs.
With her intellectual and elegant temperament and skillful hosting skills, she has conquered the hearts of countless audiences and is known as the "national face" of CCTV's new generation.
This title is not only an affirmation of her professional ability, but also a high recognition of her personality charm.
However, Xia Dan did not become complacent because of this.
She has always maintained a humble heart and held herself to a higher standard.
In her view, achievements only represent the past, and more efforts are needed in the future.
She understands that as a journalist, she has the important responsibility of disseminating the truth and guiding public opinion.
Every time she faces the camera, she tells the story of the times with full enthusiasm and a high sense of mission, and conveys the positive energy of the society.
From the live broadcast of the disaster site to the report during the two sessions, Xia Dan has always rushed to the front line, interpreting the responsibility and responsibility of news people in his own way.
Her dedication has won the affirmation and love of the audience.
Countless people have been touched by her story and infected by her spirit.
With her words and deeds, she has influenced thousands of families and has become an idol and role model in the minds of countless young students.
Life Choices: Family and Career
Just when his career was in full swing, a bad news struck again.
In April 2020, Xia Dan's mother's condition deteriorated dramatically, and doctors told her that her mother's days were numbered.
This news was like a thunderbolt from the sky, making Xia Dan feel that the world was overshadowed.
Faced with the choice between career and family affection, Xia Dan chose the latter without hesitation.
She knows that in the balance of life, no matter how brilliant her career is, she can't compare to the weight of family affection.
So, she resolutely said goodbye to the spotlight and returned to her mother's side.
From the moment CCTV resigned, Xia Dan understood that he was going to face a difficult battle.
But she didn't back down, because she understood that at this moment, what her mother needed most was her company.
In front of his mother's hospital bed, Xia Dan never left.
She takes care of her mother's diet and daily life, and gives her the most meticulous care and companionship in her own way.
Whenever her mother tossed and turned due to illness, Xia Dan would gently hold her hand, tell her interesting stories from childhood, and lull her to sleep.
Despite the grief in her heart, she always smiled in front of her mother and infected her mother with an optimistic attitude.
She understands that what her mother needs most at this time is her own strength and bravery.
However, despite Xia Dan's best efforts, her mother eventually left her.
At that moment, Xia Dan felt that the whole world had collapsed.
The pain of losing her loved ones engulfed her like a huge wave.
For a time, she fell into the abyss of despair and felt that her life had lost its meaning.
But Xia Dan was not crushed by grief.
At her mother's funeral, she wiped away her tears and straightened her spine.
"Whoever has no wind and rain in life, joys and sorrows are the gifts of fate. Only with a grateful heart and a smile on life can we light the light in our hearts. Xia Dan said.
This experience made her re-examine the meaning of life.
She began to think about what was the value of life, whether it was a personal achievement, or whether it was to bring warmth and help to others, and she remembered her mother's words when she was alive, and she remembered her own dreams.
Yes, the meaning of life is not about self, but about dedication.
She made up her mind to spend the rest of her life helping more people and lighting more lights in her heart.
This thought, like a ray of sunshine, illuminated the confusion in her heart and pointed out the way forward for her.
Behind the scenes: sowing the seeds of dreams
In February 2023, Xia Dan, who has undergone great changes in his life, reappeared in the public eye as an educator.
This time, she set her sights on thousands of young people with dreams.
She knows that every young life is like a seed waiting to be released, as long as it is given proper care and guidance, it can bloom with the most beautiful brilliance.
As a person who has come before, I have the responsibility and obligation to help them and use my own experience to illuminate their way forward.
With this belief, Xia Dan walked into a well-known art examination training institution and began her teaching career.
At first, she was a little scrambling and at a loss as to how to pass on her experience to her students.
But she was not discouraged, but thought through each lesson to understand the characteristics and needs of each student.
Gradually, she developed a unique teaching method.
In class, Xia Dan unreservedly shared his experience and insights.
Whether it is voice skills or mindset building, she gives students the most pertinent advice and the most sincere encouragement.
She often tells students that the road to their dreams is never easy, and the key is to have the courage and determination to overcome difficulties.
Under Xia Dan's words and deeds, many students have regained their confidence and made great strides in their professional fields.
Seeing the growth of the students day by day, Xia Dan felt sincerely grateful.
She understands that this is the greatest meaning of life.
In addition to teaching, Xia Dan is often invited to serve as a judge for various competitions.
Whether it is a speech contest or a recitation contest, she gives the most pertinent comments to the contestants in a professional and rigorous manner.
In her view, the significance of the competition is not only the result, but also the self-improvement in the process.
She always encourages the contestants to dare to try, dare to break through, and chase their dreams with the fullest enthusiasm.
Many of the contestants were inspired by her words and rekindled their fighting spirit.
They understand that as long as they stick to themselves, they will eventually reach the other side of their dreams.
In order to help more people, Xia Dan is also active on various short video platforms, using wise and humorous words to inspire and inspire countless confused young people.
In front of the camera, she shares her life insights and tells about the books that have benefited her for life.
"Life is not static, the key is to maintain a positive heart. That's what she used to say.
The vivid cases and thought-provoking words have touched the hearts of countless audiences.
Many people have rekindled their enthusiasm for life and regained the courage to pursue their dreams because of her.
epilogue
Ouyang Xiadan's life is a journey against the wind.
From a humble student to a well-known "national face", and then to an educator behind the scenes, she has written a touching chapter of life with amazing perseverance and wisdom.
With courage and tenacity, she interprets what an unyielding will is; With love and responsibility, she deduced what the spirit of dedication is.
Her story teaches us that the meaning of life is not only about personal achievement, but also about helping and inspiring others.
As long as you have dreams in your heart and move forward steadfastly, you will eventually walk out of your own sky.