Alex FairclothMy name is Alex Faircloth, and I am a premed student enthralled by the subject of life and death. The duality of one's frailty contrasted by their resilience displayed through every endeavor they encounter and master. Always near the edge of death bu just a bit faster. Even when they lose they are not dead making them live in another way others can't dream. I am devoting my life to counter fate's intentions with my own intervention. I have volunteered in a hospice providing me authentic experiences with pain and loss. Empathy stems from misery and joy alike. I found shocking revelations during my time and clarity from the people celebrating the lives they lived. They were genuinely happy, and that inspired me. I became a second degree black belt in Korean martial arts under ninth degree black belt grandmaster Song Hong. I was a much weaker fighter starting off, and had many wounds and moments where I wanted to quit, but I endured twice the amount I needed to, for I had purpose. I know the human body is a machine capable of augmenting itself and improving overtime regardless of how feeble we are starting off. This story brings a lesson to life for those who think they can't grow past what their limit was supposed to be. For those who don't think they can rise from the ashes of mistakes out of their control. Read More Read Less