“If I didn’t define myself for myself, I would be crunched into other people’s fantasies for me and eaten alive.” (Audre Lorde) I may not be the toughest girl, but with everything that I deal with in my life, I have the strength of an army. At least that’s what I keep telling myself. Vicissitudes seem to come my way pretty often, and I don’t mean the simple things like my mother having to boil our bath water on the stove. I’m referring to the decision of whether or not I will make it to college successfully while balancing a job, an AP class, after-school clubs, and sports. Staying positive may seem easier than it really is because it is imperative to veritably believe what you’re saying. Strength is a word that justifies having the power to do something with immense confidence, whether it’s physically or mentally. Mental strength may be more complex to maintain due to the verity that one must possess a strong heart, mind, and mentality. I possess a strong heart because I love to help other people strive toward their goals, no matter how complex it …show more content…
It sounds like a simple job but in reality it was one of the greatest things that I have done in order to obtain a sense of how teaching really is. Having the capability to help the underclassmen learn new things about the history of cultures, wars, and religions. There is vast value in teaching and it was an enjoyable experience, that I’m glad that I had. Being able to practice and improve at something that you want to do for the rest of your life is intriguing and the different learning styles of all the students is truly astonishing. Being a teacher will help me endure the opportunity to help and asses students, so that they are utterly prepared for college and their careers. I take gratification in everything I work hard towards, and I anticipate that I will be considered a candidate to attend your