Car accident as essay topic?

Applying to College
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I drafted an essay which I could use for a bunch of schools. The topic: getting into a car accident as a result of procrastination, and learning a lesson on responsibility and time-management

Is using a car accident for an essay a good idea? I have a pretty captivating intro IMO, but the rest, I don’t know. Would it be wise to include that I was a slacker, procrastinator, etc.? The main idea is that after the accident I learned to change so that I could do better in life, I’m not sure if that’s a good personal thing they could learn more about me.

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<p>Yes, include your flaws and how you grew and ultimately changed as a person.</p>

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<p>Sounds good, just don't make it like "This car accident drastically altered the path of my life; I went from a slacker and procrastinator to a church-going, hard-working, and darned good-hearted individual because of it." The point is, when you write about the change you underwent, make sure that it is believable.</p>

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<p>It sounds like a dangerous topic. You will be emphasizing negative aspects of yourself so you will need to show (not tell)) how you are different, and this could be tricky. You also imply that you were irresponsible and caused a car accident and this will be tought to ignore. Unless your essay is really great, I'd avoid it.</p>

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<p>instead of telling and saying how this was the life changing experience write your essay more symbolically. show instead of telling. create images or scenes that are metaphors for your life. that is what separates the cream from the crop. and that is what will give your essay that special kick and eliminate it from the cliche essay pile.</p>