Don't Judge a Book by Its Cover

Everybody says, "Don't judge a book by its cover," and this holds true for people as well. Everyone carries their own story, and what's on the outside is completely different than the inside features, exactly like a book. The qualities on the outside of me vary from athletic and outgoing, to the inside being determined and energized. These qualities are what form me as a human being and make me who I am today.

The outside perspective that people recognize about me is the athletic quality. One object to show my athleticism is a medal I received from softball nationals last year in Iowa. This shows athleticism because it acquired athletic elements for it to be earned - dedication and hard work. I earned the medal from being at bat, hitting a clutch hit to win the game. Because of that hit flying to center field, our team progressed to the final four - a huge accomplishment. To play softball I think it requires strength, speed, and a strong-willed mindset, all characteristics of athleticism. This medal is just one object to show athleticism, a quality people presume me to possess.

On the outside, others also infer me to be outgoing. The word outgoing is such a broad category of meanings; in this sense outgoing means talkative, and easily approachable. Pictures show this quality because it symbolizes friendship and family. These pictures are from memorable times in my life that prove outgoing moments with the ones I love. Making friends require exposure, and the concept of socialness, two outgoing qualities. Having exceptional relationships with friends and family is very important to me; therefore, an outgoing description suits me very well. The outgoing type atmosphere is what keeps me on my feet; I love the craziness and loud surroundings echoing throughout the day. The pictures displayed are just one example of my outside view personality – outgoing.

Although my outside qualities are similar, a distinct label on the inside is determined. The quote, "Focus on your successes rather than dwelling on your failures" exemplifies my type of determination. The determination I have is the kind where you always push yourself to achieve greatness even though failing and giving up seems so much easier. I am a strong believer of the cliché "Never give up," which is the shorter way of saying my favorable quote I picked. . This quote is something I use for not only softball inspiration, but everyday life as well. An example of how I use this quote to stay determined is hitting a softball. Personally