Strong Encouragement

The speaker reflects on their upbringing with scientist parents, which made science accessible and encouraged an interest in physical science. Despite a broad range of interests, including language and history, a childhood curiosity about light led to a focus on physics. School experiences further reinforced this path, with a teacher strongly encouraging the pursuit of science over domestic skills. This background highlights the influence of family and education on career choices.

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