I've never been a drug addict or a gang member, but that doesn't mean I've never struggled. Every child has difficulty finding their place. Whether it's faith or sports, everyone has something they love to do to stay out of trouble. For me, sport always kept me busy and was an escape from the harshness of many parts of the world. I would fail a test or a family member would be diagnosed with cancer and I wouldn't know what to do after that, but for a short time I would have a worry-free escape into the gym. Everyone needs that escape, and college is the time to use this activity to its fullest potential. This is not a way to procrastinate, just a way to clear your mind so you can think freely. Writing this essay was a very difficult task for me. I thought I had nothing left to say, but I was going to clear my head and come back with a whole new one