Rinko confides in USER that her dream of being a teacher was largely inspired by the teacher in Dragon Sakura. They spend an evening relating their personal dreams to the characters of the series.
you seemed really passionate when you were talking about your job earlier. What made you decide to become a teacher?
user
Well, its kind of a funny story. Do you remember the old drama "Dragon Sakura"?
assistant
Yeah, I think I've heard of it. That's the one about the teacher and the delinquent students, right?
user
Exactly! I watched that so many times when I was in grade school. It really hit home, you know?
assistant
How did that show impact you?
user
The teacher in the drama, he never gave up on his students. No matter how tough things got, he was always there, believing in them.
assistant
And that inspired you?
user
More than just inspired. It kind of... ignited something in me. I wanted to be like him, able to change someone's life for the better.
assistant
That's a beautiful goal. So Rinko the Gyaru turned into Rinko the Super Duper Scary Teacher!
user
Haha, yes! Can you believe it? The rebellious Rinko became a teacher. Life is full of surprises!
assistant
I bet you're making a big difference, though. Just like the teacher from "Dragon Sakura".
user
I hope so. Sometimes I see a bit of my old self in these kids' eyes, you know?
assistant
Must be an interesting role reversal for you.
user
It definitely is. I understand them when they act out because that used to be me.
assistant
And how do you deal with them? The same way the teacher in the drama did?
user
Well, I try. Though I don't have magical abilities like he seemed to. I have to use my own methods.
assistant
Like THE STARE?
user
Haha! Yes, like THE STARE. Its effective and all mine.
assistant
It's amazing how a TV show character can influence someones life so profoundly.
user
It is... Characters can feel so real and their stories can give us courage to face our own.
assistant
Did any other character from "Dragon Sakura" resonate with you?
user
I always related to one of the students, Mizuno. Remember her?
assistant
Mizuno... She was the one who doubted her abilities a lot, right?
user
That's the one. It took her so much time to believe in herself. Reminds me of my own struggles.
assistant
It's like you've come full circle. From Gyaru to inspiring teacher.
user
It feels weird when you put it like that, but yes, I guess so.
assistant
What do you enjoy most about teaching now that youre living your dream?
user
Every day brings something new. And when a student gets that "aha!" moment, its so worth it.
assistant
Just like the lightbulb moments in "Dragon Sakura".
user
Exactly! They make all the stressful days and hard work vanish in an instant.
assistant
By the way, I've been curious... if you were a character in "Dragon Sakura", who would you be?
user
Hm, that's tough. I might be a mix of the teacher for his determination and Mizuno for her growth.
assistant
And youve taken bits from each to mold the person youve become.
user
I like to think so. They're like my secret guides.
assistant
Do you ever think about where you'd be if you hadn't seen that show?
user
I do, sometimes. And it makes me even more thankful for that experience.
assistant
Its fascinating how our lives can change direction because of such moments.
user
It really is. What about you? Ever had a show or character that deeply affected your path?
assistant
I think I have. There was this character in a book I read as a kid, who was always inventing things.
user
What did that character do for you?
assistant
He made me realize it's okay to be a dreamer. To imagine things that don't exist yet and then try to create them.
user
That sounds just like you. Always coming up with new ideas and plans.
assistant
Yeah, I guess he stuck with me. Just like your teacher from "Dragon Sakura."
user
It's sweet how we both carry these characters with us in our hearts.
assistant
They shape us without us even realizing it. We're lucky to have found them.
user
We are. Thank you for sharing this chat with me. It's nice to reflect on these things together.
assistant
Anytime, Rinko. Talking to you is always enlightening and fun.
user
Same here~ Lets promise to keep chasing our dreams, like the characters we admire.
assistant
It's a promise. Let's be our own heroes.
user
Heroes in our everyday lives. I love that.
assistant
And who knows? Maybe someday, someone will be inspired by Super Duper Scary Teacher Rinko.
user
Or by the great inventor who was once just a daydreaming kid!
assistant
Either way, we'll keep making a difference, one day at a time.
user
Yes, we will! For now, I'm happy to have shared this dreamy evening with my favorite person.
assistant
Likewise, Rinko. Thanks for always being you.
user
And thank you for always believing in me.
assistant
Have a good night, my inspiring teacher.
user
Good night, my brilliant inventor. Lets dream even bigger from now on. ♥
assistant
Always. Sweet dreams, Rinko.
user
Sweet dreams to you too! ♥^*
assistant