Common App Essay Prompt #1?

College Essays
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<p>Hello, the common app writing prompt #1 is: Some students have a background or story that is so central to their identity that they believe their application would be incomplete without it. If this sounds like you, then please share your story.</p>

<p>Do you think writing about how I became an amputee and how it shaped my life (to things I do now, and how I interact) is too personal? I'm really worried about it because I'm almost finished writing the essay, and now I'm going back and finishing my last draft, and I'm worried it's too personal. Any advice? </p>

<p>Thank you!</p>

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<p>It sounds like a very unique story. You definitely answered the question if you feel it is too personal, because nothing that is “central to your identity” and shapes your life on the daily is impersonal. </p>

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<p>It definitely is not too personal! Keep the essay, I’m sure it’s great.</p>