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Personal Narrative: My Swim

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Swim developed me in many aspects. By coordinating swim relays with teammates, I developed communication skills. I also opened myself to criticism from coaches and teammates and improved myself according to my swim meet times. My swim team became a family that supported one another during practices and meets. I enjoyed every moment of the practices that constantly pushed me to become better. My team pushed me physically and mentally to finish the last laps even though it was extremely tiring. During my junior year summer, I took my swimming to the next level, applying to become a swim instructor and lifeguard. My leadership skills were tested when I had to be interviewed for my job. As a lifeguard, I was responsible for the lives of many kids

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