So many times in highschool people tell us exactly what we have to do to achieve our goals or get what we want. How to get into a great college, how to be the top player in the state, how to be popular, how to win a college scholarship. When they take over our dreams sometimes they aren't our dreams anymore. Some of us have goals that are sports related and we constantly get told by coaches exactly what we have to do to get those goals. We forget if we even really want those things or if they are right for us. I have had the experience of getting pressured into making choices, quitting other sports, and training year round for one sport. I love playing basketball more than anything, but it started to take over my life. I was letting other people tell me how to train and with who, when to play, what teams to play on, and I was starting not to enjoy it myself. I felt like I was playing for other people and that scared me. I am not quitting the sport that I love so much, but now I am taking control of how much a play, when I train, and who I play for. Its really up to me. I am going to be the one doing it. I have taken over and now its up to me to establish MY goals and decide what to chase after. Now ever one else can help me and show me how, but this time its mine.

I am not saying that we can't listen to our parents. They do usually know whats best for us, but I believe that if you tell them what you truly want, they will listen. All I want to say is do what YOU want to do. Don't let anyone else pressure you into descions regarding your future. Wheather you want to try out for the play, or start a club, make sure its what you want to do. You are never going to have fun if you always do what other people want you to do. Don't stop yourself from doing something just because it will shock people or no one thinks you can do it. Take control of your life, decide exactly what YOU want and then go out there and get it. Coaches, trainers, parents, and friends can help you along the way, but make sure its  YOUR dream that they are helping you chase down, not theirs.