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"Do what you love"; "what do I love to do though?" -- my family [7]
My notion of the good life is doing what you love, experiencing new things, and keeping close to God. Going through high school I had a hard time with these things, but soon figured that these were the most important in living a happy, fulfilling life.
Being a quiet person, I never really stepped out of my comfort zone. I always kept to myself. I never really talked much to anyone. My high school years were flying by and I didn't even notice it. My big sister, who is the complete opposite of me, went to the same school as me. She was my voice. When she went off to college I had no choice but to do things on my own though. This would prove to be a tough task: however, I handled it with ease.
When my sister left, I had to make my own friends and start my own conversations. I was shy at first, but then I realized how much better high school was being social. As I began to 'come out of my shell', I became more involved in things and became more school spirited. I began joining clubs and participating in spirit week. It might not seem so big, yet this was a huge step for me. I experienced new things and discovered the things I loved to do. I was finally starting to experience the good life.
Along this journey, I had some of the best experiences with getting involved. I made friendships that could last a lifetime and figured out what I wanted to do with my life through those experiences. I allowed myself to be vulnerable, and nothing but good things came from it. Through all of this, I knew it would not have been possible without God. I understand clearly just how important it is to try new things, and to do the things you love. If you don't, you risk letting your life fly right past you.
Going through my last year of high school has really shown me what the good life is. Along my journey of becoming a new person, I made memories I would never forget. These are the things that really make for the good life. I tried new things, discovered what I loved and did them, and most importantly kept God at the forefront of those activities. I learned to value these things and not take them for granted, for I am truly living the good life.
Being a Gator will help me elaborate on my experiences of living the good life. The University would guide me and teach me the critical skills needed to do what I love in the future. Along this life changing journey, I will be experiencing new things with new people and building a family. Being a part of the gator community and Christian organizations will keep me close to God as I work to help and serve others. This will fulfill and add to my notion of the good life.
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