implode

27: So... I checked your resume. Your scores are fine; you have some experience as well. But can you please tell me, why do you think you are eligible for this position?
21: Well, I think i am eligible for anything I want. Because, you know, I have good scores and I am highly motivated.
27: Highly motivated for?
21: You know, for studying, working, settling and starting a life of my own in Europe.
27: And why should we be motivated to let you in?
21: Because I deserve it. I have always believed that if i worked hard enough, good things would come my way.
27: Exactly! You always get your reward for hard work. Yet, I am not sure how you will get is up to you.
21: How so?
27: You will get your reward, but in ways you would never expect. And you will have your own life, but not the one you imagine.
21: How is that possible? I know what I want and I will not let go of it.
27: See, we will put you through some, let's say episodes. Different type of settings. We will make you work your way through all sorts of wierd people, uncomfortable working environments, economical crisis, personal crisis, global crisis and obligations. If you survive all those episodes and you would still be "highly motivated" for Europe, we would be considering.
21: But why can't I just get what I want? This does not make sense!
27: Who said it should?
21: How much time do I need to wait? For how long?
27: Probably long enough to make you forget what you wanted in the beginning. 

an imaginary interview between me 21 years old and me 27 years old.