Life is full of adventure and let's just say I'm addicted to it. I'm a thrill seeker and thrive on adrenaline. I have a free spirit and feel most alive when backpacking, hiking, rock climbing, snowboarding etc. Not only do I simply enjoy these activities, they have also provided opportunities for me to learn. Submersion into the outdoors has taught me to sit and observe, to gather information and furthermore express myself through writing. In the past I lived to be busy. A successful day was one where every moment was saturated with plans. Although it is wild by default, the wilderness actually tamed me; provoked me to become more thoughtful. One major discovery I've made and am continuing to explore is perspective and how critical it is to the execution of our daily lives. In order to gain as much of this perspective possible, I have become accustomed to taking advantage of unique opportunities. Furthermore I have become an advocate for Study Abroad programs based on the personal development I have seen in myself and the independence and self-confidence I have gained. I seek to empower others to see and reach their full potential and support them in their endeavors. Discovering oneself is crucial to the optimization of life and has by far been the wildest adventure I've dared to tackle. Despite it's daunting aspects, life is definitely worth living.