No matter what a person’s passion might be, it’s important to have something in your life that you truly love.
I started playing piano when I was 5 years old.
At first, I complained. I really wanted to learn how to play guitar, but my parents had been told that if you learned to play piano first, every other instrument would be much easier. (I later learned this was actually true.)
It was through piano that I remember finding my first true passion. I went from learning my first song, “Two Black Cats,” which used only two notes, to now, 17 years later, being able to easily learn some of my favorite songs from bands that I love.
At 5 years old, I started playing soccer. Every Saturday morning, my parents would take me to my local Boys and Girls Club where I would lace up my cleats, put on my shin guards, and run up and down the field, weaving through the other kids as we chased after the ball.
Soccer was the first sport I was passionate about. But my school didn’t have a team, so when I grew too old to play in a youth league, I had to find a new sport to pursue. I eventually found cross-country.
People thought I was crazy. Who would want to go running for fun? But for me, there was nothing more exciting than pushing myself for those 3.1 miles, running through backwoods and trees as I tried to get to the finish line first.
Of course, I’ve discovered more passions. I’m passionate about traveling and exploring new places. I’m passionate about learning. And I’m especially passionate about journalism, having the opportunity to share the stories of others.
Everyone has different passions. Some find their passions in music, following and connecting with their favorite musicians. Some are passionate about helping others and giving back to their communities.
Others, though, might have more unique passions. But even when people think their passions are not the norm, they can often find other individuals who share their love.
