Be your true self by James
James's entry into Varsity Tutor's July 2025 scholarship contest
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Be your true self by James - July 2025 Scholarship Essay
Don't follow the crowd and don't do what is considered the norm if you feel differently about a particular circumstance. It is okay to go against the grain and be your true self. I assure you that the right people for you will reveal themselves when you are being yourself. All too often as kids we tend to want to be like our friends, doing what they like, and in turn ignore the things we like just because we want to fit in. When you are your authentic self, you will excel because you are not pretending to be someone else. Everyone is uniquely made, and it is ok that we all are different. When I was younger, I tried all the sports you could think of and none of them resonated with me, until I found the sport of saber fencing. Because of my stature, people always thought I played football. People would even tell me that I should play football or run track. These are sports that didn't excite me the way fencing did. I was adamant about fencing so that is what I pursued, and I did very well, winning a series of medals and was recognized regionally and nationally. Don't let people tell you what you should do or how you feel about something. There is only one you and stick to your beliefs and desires. Don't become a robot by doing the norm, go against the grain. By doing this, you will be more fulfilled and have a clear focus and purpose for your life. Doing what you love helps shape your future.