text: Before I move on to my closing statement, I would like to share about how extracurricular activities help me in my daily life. Volleyball really helped me learn how to balance school and my activities. I learned how to complete my homework days before it's due, how to study for tests quickly and efficiently, and how to catch up on school work after I miss some days for a tournament. My other activities also really help me with stress because I know after a hard day I can go to practice and play my best because of how frustrated I am, or I can bake something tasty and have a nice snack and it really takes my mind off what I'm worrying about!