Why do I write? I write to release the build-up of emotions. I write to express what needs to be expressed. I write to calm my nerves, to settle the anger, or to get over the jealousy. I write because, when I write, It’s possible for me to believe in myself.

When I write, I am empowered with words, the most powerful thing anyone could obtain. I have all the power in the world when I write. I believe in myself whole-heartedly. The thing with writing is, I’m not trying to show anyone up. I’m not trying to compete with anyone. I’m writing because I love it and because I feel so good when I do. I write because I have something to say and it gives me a voice. Even if no one ever reads what I write, I still feel as if the typed or written words are stronger than if they were to be breathed. They are ingrained into the universe and marked into the world. A sound can be forgotten, but words will always remain.

I don’t write because I’m the best at it, because I’m not by any means. I write because it is what I love to do the most, and it doesn’t matter if I’m the best. It makes me happy, gives me confidence, and gives me a sense of belonging and drive. That’s what truly matters-- not if you are the best at something, but if you are happy doing it.

So I challenge you to find what you love and chase after it. You might not know what your passion is, but I promise you that if you keep searching you will stumble on it. For me, it just happens to be writing. For you, it could be something completely different. Anything. Everyone has a part they can play in their world but here's the thing- you have the capability to choose who you play. Will you drift on through your life doing something that you aren't 100% in love with? Or will you live life to the best of your ability-- one full of joy and self-fulfillment.

When it comes to doing what you love, it doesn't matter if you're the best at it. Chances are, you're not the best. There will always be someone better. But that shouldn't discourage you-- in fact it should drive you to be better, to learn more, and to keep pursuing. Look up at the success of others not in jealousy, but let it inspire you. Also, might I add that chances are someone is looking up to you. It may be hard to believe, but it's true.

Besides, when it comes to doing what you love, it doesn't matter if someone tells you that you aren't the best or that you're not good enough. Because if you love what you do enough, then you should keep feeding into your passion, learning more, and getting "better."

I hope that you're able to find the one thing that gives you all the joy and self-fulfillment that writing gives me.