I aspire to be balanced throughout my intellectual, physical, and social life. Firstly, I have been involved in a variety of intellectual extracurricular activities. For example, I am a member of the school spelling bee, and “Beyond the Hurt” (anti-bullying). I’ve been tutoring my younger cousins, while being an active student in my own class. These experiences have assisted in shaping who I am today, a balanced student. Extracurricular activities give me an opportunity to take charge of situations and lead teams, thus allowing me to improve my leadership skills. They assist me in becoming a more effective self-regulator by requiring me to set attainable goals. My involvement in a multitude of activities has allowed me develop into a rounded student, and I will carry these skills forward. Being balanced and an efficient time manager makes it possible for me to pursue the occupation which I desire, as I am able to open up to many experiences while still staying on top of my academics. …show more content…
In many aspects, having a physical presence is equivalent to excelling academically. My physical involvements include being on a recreational ice hockey and badminton team, being a swimmer and skater, and playing sports recreationally. I aspire to be active in all aspects of my life. My involvement in these activities has aided me in becoming a stronger communicator, as I am able to communicate with my peers professionally and develop strong bonds. I am the captain of my ice hockey team, this has allowed me to further develop leadership qualities which enhance my character, skills, and academics. The skills I have developed in these activities have real-world applications. Inter-dependence is a part of society and team sports mirror the dynamics of society. Teammates depend on each other for their skills and friendship. Physical involvement lets us develop relationships, skills, and discover our