Actress M.J. Kang on her new beginning

Myung-Jin Juliet “M.J.” Kang of Venice, California, who immigrated as a child from Seoul, South Korea, to Toronto, Canada, with her family, said the move filled her life with misunderstandings and difficulties. But certain adults helped her navigate these challenges.

Now a playwright and actress, Kang said she believes adults can have a huge impact on the lives of children.

“I hope people will learn how the power of positive adult figures can make a huge difference in a child's life and, if it's possible to engage in helping others, take that opportunity to do so.”

Her message in this story of new beginnings is one of hope.

“I hope to convey the importance of persevering, being resilient and, even though things may be bad now, good will come. It always does.”

Kang said she agreed to tell a story because she believes in the power of storytelling.

“When we share our stories, we share ourselves. When we listen to someone's else's life, we gain so much more than a story. We are listening to someone's heart," she said.