Until I reached my college career I didn't realize that there were so many things about myself that I was proud of. Most people point out the bad things about themselves, but they don't realize that they should be focusing on the things about themselves that make them proud.

I am proud to be:

1. The oldest sibling

I am proud to be the oldest sibling because playing that role has a big responsibility. My siblings look up to me, therefore I have pushed myself my whole life to be the best role model for them.

2. A voice for the queer community

I am proud to be a voice for the queer community because most queer folk are afraid to be themselves, but I am willing to step up and voice my opinions and take stands because I have become confident in who I am as a person.

3. An LHU student

I am proud to be a student at Lock Haven University because they have helped me become the person that I am and there isn't another university that I would rather represent.

4. A writer

I am proud to be a writer because through my words I have the ability to change someone's perspective on a given topic and ultimately change the world.

5. A YouTuber

I am proud to be have a YouTube channel because I get to use my creativity to discuss different topics with a variety of people from all different backgrounds. It is a place where I get to be my complete self.

6. A HOBY volunteer

I am proud to be a volunteer for HOBY because HOBY changed my life and now I get to help change lives by being a facilitator.

7. Kelcie's partner

I am proud to be Kelcie's partner because she brings out the best in me; when I am in her presence I am the best version of myself. I am proud of the love that we both show one another.

8. A track coach

I am proud to be a track coach because I get to help better athletes in a sport that really developed me as a person. Being able to teach students something that I am so passionate about is even better.

9. A small town girl

I am proud to come from a small town because I learned the importance of a community. I love being able to connect with people and that skill was one I learned by living in a small town.

10. A leader

I am proud to be a leader because everyday I have the opportunity to lead someone on the right path and it makes me feel like I am actually making a difference.

11. A sports administration major

I am proud to be a sports administration major because sports connect people everyday and they are a big part of our society. By working in the sports field I hope to keep the integrity of sports in tact.

12. Intelligent

I am proud to be intelligent because being intelligent has made learning very fun for me. I love learning new things and thinking outside the box.

13. Open-minded

I am proud to be open-minded because I think our society could benefit from more open-minded people. I have my own beliefs and will fight for what I believe in everyday, but I also understand that others have different beliefs and I am willing to hear them out and see different perspectives.

14. Funny

I am proud to be funny because sometimes life is way too serious. There is nothing better than laughing until you cry and I love making people laugh.

Although there are many other things about myself that I am proud of, I am going to leave you with fourteen things. I am proud of all of these things, but at the end of the day I am proud to be myself. I challenge you to write down a list of things that you are proud of and remember that list as you go through life. It is OK to realize that you might be bad at some things, but remember that there are always things about yourself that you should be proud of. Most importantly, be proud of who you are and where you are going!