College Admissions Essay: What I Want To Give Up
Did you ever want to give up at some time in your life? People end up quitting at a moment of time in their life while others still strive for success. Throughout life, I had at least one person help keep me motivated. I always told myself in order to move on with life, I have to work for what I want because hard work pays off. When putting forth the work it makes me realize the outcomes will become greater. I learned the life lesson, “hard work pays off”, in multiple experiences I encountered. When I was younger, I was in gymnastics. I was always scared of “flipping around”, but I knew in order to become successful in tumbling I had to strive for it. I wanted my back-handspring like it was candy. I practiced and practiced until I thought I couldn’t get it, until one day
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I thought that having a job was going to make it difficult. My sisters both explained to me that I would be able to do it because I have so much going for me in life and they don’t see me giving up. I took that into consideration and thought to myself, “I’m going to finish this year with all A’s to make my family proud.” The year went on and I didn’t give up even when I felt like I was in the rust. I had tests about 2-3 times a week, but at the time I was working till 10 at night. I had to keep my head up because I felt like I was failing towards the end of the year and I knew giving up wasn’t the correct answer. I was just so stressed and exhausted. My sisters helped me sort my life and showed me ways of overcoming challenges. They encouraged me to study, finish homework and go to work. I was never alone. I was able to fulfill my school year with all A’s. My hardwork paid off. In conclusion, I am proud to have learned the life lesson, “hard work pays off.” It has occurred in my life more than once. Everyone should continue to work for what they want. Success is a great
I thought that having a job was going to make it difficult. My sisters both explained to me that I would be able to do it because I have so much going for me in life and they don’t see me giving up. I took that into consideration and thought to myself, “I’m going to finish this year with all A’s to make my family proud.” The year went on and I didn’t give up even when I felt like I was in the rust. I had tests about 2-3 times a week, but at the time I was working till 10 at night. I had to keep my head up because I felt like I was failing towards the end of the year and I knew giving up wasn’t the correct answer. I was just so stressed and exhausted. My sisters helped me sort my life and showed me ways of overcoming challenges. They encouraged me to study, finish homework and go to work. I was never alone. I was able to fulfill my school year with all A’s. My hardwork paid off. In conclusion, I am proud to have learned the life lesson, “hard work pays off.” It has occurred in my life more than once. Everyone should continue to work for what they want. Success is a great