Defining Moment

My defining moment is a probably a little different than everyone else's. My defining moment happened on June 29th, 2014.That was the day I got my black belt. I spent 5 years training for it and went through a 16 hour long fitness test to qualify for it.I ran over 10km that weekend, did literally hundreds of kicks, so many that I messed up my hip (It pops sometimes), and overcame many inner obstacles to achieve my goal. I wasn't the "active" kid when I was younger. I preferred to spend my time reading instead of going outside so I would have never imagined I could get to this point. The things I learned about myself in that one weekend will stay with me forever. I learned I was strong enough, that I am a fighter and that no matter what, I don't give up. So when I smashed the board that was placed between me and my belt I felt beyond empowered. I had gone from the terrified 11 year old girl, who could barely talk to people, to the girl I am today, more confident and secure in who I am. I used to be scared to tell people I did Karate but now I realize it is as much a part of me as my eye color. It makes up who I am; and while it is not the only thing I am but it is a massive part. The confidence and empowerment i got from that one second, when I smashed that board and held my belt above my head, will define me forever.