Dedication or Motivation?

The average school day is seven hours. I spend about ten hours in school on a daily basis. I basically train myself to manage the eight different clubs I’m in. However, DECA has been my top priority. Yesterday, I was faced with another obstacle. I felt so confident when my school’s group of DECA students went to compete in our business events.

I came out of my tests and interviews feeling as if I aced them but my name wasn’t called when awards came. I hadn’t placed in the top six out of 30. I am getting over the fact that I worked extremely hard. I have to accept that life brings its ups and downs. People will test you and you will fail in some situations, especially a few that you try the hardest at. My dedication for DECA won’t be abandoned. I am more motivated now to do well next year, because It’s my last chance.

A good friend told me, “It’s a club, it doesn’t determine your life.” I will keep strong and know that failing is a push to do better.