Nidhi Research Paper

Finally, a Senior at Rock Ridge High School, Nidhi is currently facing one of the toughest challenges that a high school student could possibly face-college applications. The topic of college is a touchy subject for many seniors, so when admitting the feeling of contempt when submitting her first college application, immediate anxiety and stress washes over her face. Eyebrows furrowing down, fingers playing with her hair, unattainable eye contact, and lips pushing down on one another in a straight line. While getting an education and making her parents proud is important for Nidhi, she doesn’t let it completely take over who she is. “Shy, spontaneous, and funny?” Confidently uncertain of the words picked to describe herself. Although Nidhi may not be sure how to describe herself, those three words describe how she is as a first impression. In truth, a word that truly captures the essence of who she is, and her beliefs, is free-spirited. “[My favorite memory is when] I first drove as a licensed driver, [I liked it] because of the
Going against her parent’s belief, and the idea of isolation and freedom are the key components as to who Nidhi is as a person. She is the car and the hot air balloon. When driving a car, it fights forces and goes against the wind. When riding a hot air balloon, it floats up and fights gravity. When choosing to marry a man your parents dislike, it’s being independent and going against your parents’ wishes. Nidhi is a non-conformist who seeks to be free from the expectations of society. It may seem like quite a jump, but when looking into Nidhi’s eyes as she speaks about times that bring happiness, you see a glimpse of happiness in her as if a chain that has been holding her back is slowly