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College Admissions Essay: My Love Of Challenges

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I have always enjoyed a good challenge. Whether it be physical or mental in nature, I always enjoy the feeling of being challenged; I think growing up closely with my two brothers helped to cement that attribute. The feeling of having a metaphorical fire lit underneath my feet fills me with deep feelings of resolve and desire, which I then choose to mix with a healthy dose of pragmatism. That last ingredient in my interior motivations, I believe, is the most overlooked in many others who share my love of challenges - and this may be why some challenges go unconquered. Although drive and the determination may be strong in presence, attempting a challenge without a pragmatic approach would be similar to heading out to sea before checking the weather. It is an inherent trait of true challenges that they place those who attempt to accomplish them outside of their comfort zone. Branching out from the safety and repose of one’s own comfort zone can be a humbling experience, and can be met with disappointment if great thought is not placed into a viable strategy. It is my belief in this assertion that has driven many of my life choices, and has granted me with success in the first few years of my …show more content…

I feel hungry for a chance to further my education and to use the skills I have acquired through my previous education, work experience, and in my personal life. My choice to pursue a legal education mirrors my method in pursuing all of my past accomplishments that were once outside my comfort zone. I have yet to allow a major life challenge slip by me, and I expect the challenge of law school to change me for the better. In the end, by coupling my legal education with my desire and pragmatism, I have faith that I will go forth into the world again, more ready than ever to accomplish whatever challenge I wish to

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