An experience in my life that influenced my development happened when I was only 6 years old. This was the time that my mother lost her battle with cancer when she was only 36 years of age. I think that this was a turning point in my life that affected me for many years. I felt an excruciating pain and knew that no child should have to go through what I went through. My mother was my rock and I only spent a few years of my life with her. Growing up without a mom affected my development the most. This specific experience has had an effect on my attitude, school, and my motivation to get things done.
Growing up I did not have the ideal attitude and behaviors. I was always so angry at everyone and I felt like the whole world was against me. I