I lost my last debate in the recent National High School Academic Debate & Speech Tournament held in Shanghai. But instead of focusing on my (fail), I stopped to reflect on my experiences in the past few years a debater.

    In general, preparing for new debate topics usually  (include) brainstorming arguments, researching a resolution（解决）, and doing debate practice. So if you spot a debating group, you might see us sitting together after school, or even all day at weekends, discussing arguments and researching evidence. You might also notice us arguing (fierce) anywhere we can.

    Not only are they supportive, but my debate friends also have similar passions and interests to mine. As we discuss debate topics, my fellow debaters and I can talk about anything, from best way of rehabilitating（改造）criminals to the negative points of free immigration policies. However, our discussions are more than just a way  (practice) our debating skills. In my mind, they're helping us to become calm and consider (win) and solving real problems as well.

    To me, the debating community is a great placepeople help each other not only because they're interested in a higher cause, but because they care about how people from different (background) can lead better lives. I'm grateful to each of my debate friends and every single minute we get to spend together. Indeed, my high school life would be incomplete without them. So even though I (defeat) in my last debate, I'm still thankful for being part of my wonderful debate family.