<p>So for the essay, should it basically just be an expository narrative with the me at the end stronger than the me at the beginning? Because that's what it seems like everyone is saying, but then if everyone does that it seems like it's rather boring/overused. Or does it even matter what I write about as long as the style is unique and mine? I'm somewhat lost in what to write about...</p>
<p>Isn’t every book the same? Details about characters, rise in action, climax, falling action, resolution?</p>
<p>Just because people have the same vague general idea doesn’t mean that it’s the same story.</p>
<p>My growing and your growing are probably two very different adventures, even if lived in the same area and want to major in the same thing.</p>
<p>Don’t be afraid of being unique and creative
Pick something you have strong feelings about
unusual is good, admissions people are bored</p>
<p>^agreed! and you’re thinking about it too much b.t.w. if you really need help get “conquering the college admissions essay in 10 steps” by alan gelb. It helped me a lot when i had to write my essays</p>