'I worked hard to stay under the radar. I prayed no one would talk to me or notice me, which is not a healthy way to live and grow. Looking back, I can see that’s when the seeds of self-hatred started taking root.'
I was a 14-year-old freshman and already feeling pressure to excel. I knew good grades and participating in extra-curricular activities were important for college admissions, but I didn’t think my current path would lead me there. I wanted to make a change and started to wonder if there was another way to deal with my symptoms of ADHD and anxiety.
Going to the gym for the first time was an unforgettable experience. I was nervous and intimidated and didn’t have a clue about how to use any of the equipment. I hopped on a stationary bike because it didn’t require any special knowledge and from there I keenly observed seasoned weightlifters move through their exercises. Eager to learn, I absorbed all of this new information like a sponge.
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