I feel like I'm pretty great; however, I don't really feel like I'm recognized enough for how great I am. So, with that simple, understated, expertly crafted sentence, here are seven things from the past year I think I deserve a Gold Medal for.
1. Being the youngest person I know to throw my back out
This previous school year, at 19 years old, I threw my back out. This occurred while putting my pants on one fateful Thursday morning. It felt a little like I'm sure the dude in the .gif above feels. The silver lining of the situation? Well, I guess the event was very humorous to my friends, teammates, coach and athletic trainer.
2. Working a Black Friday overnight shift... with mono
Black Friday can be one of the most horrendous days of the year for retail employees. They will face long hours and annoying customers in the full force. This past year, I worked a shift that started at 10:00 PM and finished at 6:00 AM. Not to mention I was still recovering from an illness that is particularly exhausting.
3. Eating an entire bag of chips in one sitting
We've all done this. You have one, and then you have another. And then you have a few more. And then the bag is gone. However, instead of feeling ashamed, I choose to see this feat as an accomplishment worthy of a medal.
4. Keeping my sanity while running 15 miles by myself
I love running. I really do, but 15 miles is a long ways. This can be said for the physical task and the mental task. I was most impressed with the fact that I could keep myself entertained with just my thoughts for that long.
6. Surviving a week of Cross Country camp with no showers
Cross Country camp. Running. No showers. Just a cold lake. You get the picture... we smelled awful (I would assume). However, I had a lot of fun. I also look to repeat in this event as I depart on another shower-less cross camp next week.
7. Going 24 hours without putting a shirt on
This is the epitome of my lazy summer medal-worthy achievements. Days where the only time I leave the house is when I run--and I don't wear a shirt running so I can work on my tan. This also gives me the opportunity to show off my chiseled abs in Snapchats.
Now, I understand that most of the items on these lists were either jokes or low-key humble brags, but it's my article so you can't do anything about it. I do, however, think it's important to be proud of your accomplishments. Even the little ones.
