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"To be or not to be"—these words first echoed in my mind as a homeschooled student in rural China, where art and humanities seemed as distant as stars. Yet it was this very distance that ignited my passion for exploration. Between isolation and inspiration, I found my voice, perhaps that's the essence of existence—or is it?

This is the preface to my poetry anthology Existence of a Dreamer. 

As an ordinary student from underdeveloped areas, I can even call myself a small-town swot. There seems to be countless heartaches in the simple background. Homeschooler is homeschool for many reasons. For me, it may be the inclination and accessibility of learning resources. But through the experience of homeschool, I created many things that I thought were impossible. These experiences polished me. My curiosity, bad roots, the pursuit of dreams and the courage to try have always driven me forward. I think - dare to try, dare to fail, which is chasing The way to break the dream

——Founder of Goalgetit community
      Xichen Tang

In the shadow of family education, we are often misunderstood as isolated from the world, but it is this way that shapes our resilience and independent thinking. There is no standard classroom, but there is a broader world; I didn't have a fixed schedule, but I learned how to plan independently and manage my time. Growth is not easy, we silently work hard in boredom, falling down time and time again, and standing up again and again. Perhaps without a dazzling academic record, but always eager for knowledge and persistent in pursuing dreams. Although there are challenges ahead, uncertainty inspires us to remain humble and courageous. We actively create opportunities, and every small progress is a transcendence of ourselves. The significance of education is not only to accumulate knowledge, but also to ignite the spark in the heart and illuminate the path of the future.

—Co-founder of Goalgetit community
      Ark Fu

Leaving traditional education means embarking on a difficult journey. We want to create a sacred forest, where dense and verdant leaves soften the radiance of the rising sun, making you eager to explore from afar. Whenever you face unbearable confusion and distress, come here for a brief stay and you will once again find peace.

—Co-founder of Goalgetit community
      David Bai

Choosing to become a homeschool means breaking through the limitations of traditional education, breaking free from vicious competition, and choosing a more spiritual and humanistic education model. There must be countless confusion, perplexity, and helplessness among them. Either because of the ridicule and comments of onlookers, or because of unequal educational resources, or because of the inability to reconcile with loneliness. A positive life requires overcoming infinite gravity, and we hope that our community can become a support system for every homeschool student. Here, we advocate for freedom and creativity, encouraging every individual to explore the world and discover their true selves in their respective time zones.

—Co-founder of Goalgetit community
      Isabella Wang

As a sophomore who dutifully followed a path meticulously planned by others, I found myself suffocating under the pressure of a predetermined academic journey.  A year of deep self-exploration and psychological counseling revealed a profound truth: my heart yearned for authenticity. Choosing to withdraw from university was not a surrender, but an act of courage.  It was a deliberate step towards reclaiming my dreams, breaking free from the invisible chains of others' expectations.  This pause is not an ending, but a courageous beginning—a chance to rewrite my story with passion, purpose, and genuine self-discovery. My journey is a testament to the strength found in listening to one's true voice.

—Co-founder of Goalgetit community
      Yolanda Xiao

Rules are made to be understood, not blindly followed. Every petition I started, every norm I challenged, taught me that true change begins when we dare to be ourselves while lifting others up. That's not rebellion – that's revolution with purpose.

— Co-founder of GoalGetIt! Community