Personal Narrative: The Call To Adventure
The journey
Ever since I was a kid, I’ve always lived by the quote “you miss 100% of the shots you don 't take”. Consequently, if I had never taken that first step into losing weight I probably wouldn’t be where I am today. Therefore, I will be called to an adventure, the acceptance I will be facing, me crossing the threshold and meeting my mentor, the major ordeal, I’ve faced, gaining the elixir, my death and rebirth, and returning home. The Call to Adventure
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