Akkaranan sent encouragement to students preparing for university entrance exams, inviting them to be proud of themselves and value every step they have taken. He emphasized that everyone is talented in their own way and urged them not to let exam results define their life's worth. He wished for them to grow into better versions of themselves.
On 15 November 2026, Akkaranan Kanthakittinan, Deputy Minister of Education, delivered a special inspirational speech to students preparing for university entrance exams at the "En Nong Ma Tiw Year 3" free tutoring festival for students nationwide, held at Mahasarakham University in Mahasarakham Province. He encouraged students to recognize their own value and abilities, take pride in every step of their lives, and build confidence as they move toward the future.
Akkaranan said he wants every student to remember to be proud of themselves and not overlook their own talents that have helped them overcome various challenges to reach this point. No one knows how much difficulty each person faces daily—the times they have surrendered, been disappointed, or felt sorrow. Yet, everyone has stood firm and arrived here, so they should value and appreciate themselves, regardless of whether their achievements are big or small, because every step taken is meaningful.
“Don't wait for others to praise or be proud of us alone. If no one recognizes the value of what we do today, at least we should be the first to see our own worth. No one has to succeed by someone else's standards. We just need to be ourselves in a better version, find happiness in life, and be proud of who we are. That alone means we are very capable,” Akkaranan said.
He continued that especially regarding studies, if one day exam results do not meet expectations, or a student does not get into the desired faculty or study the dream subject, they should not be discouraged or see themselves as failures. Because a single exam does not determine one's value nor define their entire future. Simply telling yourself that you did your best is already something to be proud of.
Life does not have only one path, and success does not happen at the same time for everyone. Some may reach their goals quickly, while others may need more time, but that does not mean they will never reach their goals. Students should believe in themselves, be brave enough to start anew, and not compare their lives to others.
He also urged students to live their lives meaningfully, enjoy what they are doing, focus on their studies, do what they love, care for those they love, and not forget to look after their own mental health. Since life happens only once, they should live fully and make the most of today to avoid regrets later for not living the life they truly want.
