Can I do this for my Common App Essay, topic no. 1?

College Essays
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<p>"Evaluate a significant experience, achievement, risk you have taken, or ethical dilemma you have faced and its impact on you."</p>

<p>Well my significant experience (the one i'm planning to write about) is how I moved from America to India when I was 14 and how it subsequently changed my outlook on my heritage/future. My only concern is that it's not a very 'specific' experience, considering it occurs over a time of roughly 4 years. I plan to mention one or two anecdotes as well. Is this okay to do?</p>

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<p>Yes, be detailed in your anecdotes, and show, not tell, your stories. Good luck. : )</p>

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<p>As long as youre specific in your anecdotes you’ll be fine. Make sure to emphasize the “and its impact on you” part.</p>