It did change mine. My first ever 5k race. Feeling very proud of myself for completing one at 9 years old. Not to mention the fun of being splashed in various colors and foam while trying to catch my breath. All in all, always take on challenges that set the bar high and in every competition  compete with yourself first before others. My unicorn medal is hanging in my room as a reminder of that. No matter what life throws at you, just keep going. And if that is not fast enough…start running! Watch me go from start to finish. Good of way of changing your skin color within one hour 🙂