<p>Hey, everyone. I'd like some feedback on what I want to write my essay on. I'm stuck between two choices</p>
<p>The first one is answering the question: "Describe a charcter in fiction, a historical figure, or a creative work that has had an influence on you and describe that influence."
I want to write the essay on this book series I read when I was younger. This series helped me realize my passion for writing. I also am planning on adding how writing has changed my life and views.</p>
<p>The second topic is on question three which is, "Indicate a person who has had a significant influence on you, and describe that influence."
For that one I would be writing on my ex-best friend. I learned a lot from her on what it means to hold on to ambition and not to let anyone steal that away from you or tell you what you can and cannot do. I started writing this one but I'm having a bit of a hard time with it because I'm finding myself describe her and her life more than mine. </p>
<p>I could really use an sort of feedback to help me make my decision. Thank you!</p>
<p>Well from your above statements, I get the feeling that the second topic is turning into more of a narrative about your former friend than your story. The key thing to remember is that admissions officers read the essays to learn more about you, not anyone else. I wrote my essay on my dad’s impact on my life, and while it did involve a lot of narrative describing our relationship & experiences, I made sure that every detail I included related back to how I had grown to define myself & my aspirations in life. As long as you don’t lose focus that the essay is inherently describing you, then it has the potential to be a very strong essay!</p>
<p>Overall, I think the first essay sounds like a better fit. Although there is narrative involved, every statement you make about the character becomes a reflection of who you are. This essay will not only show colleges your personality, it will also reflect your passions & aspirations, two things colleges are very interested in!</p>
<p>I thought the second one sounded really cool and the first seems kinda cliche. </p>
<p>That said I share both of your concerns about making sure it’s about you, not her. But there’s definitely the potential there I think for a really strong and unique essay. </p>
<p>Maybe something to help you with: she was your best friend, not some random girl. Accordingly she was your best friend, and ex-best friend, for a reason. She wasn’t just anybody’s best friend, you know?</p>
<p>I’m thinking about the first one more too. I’m still not sure. Both you and Senior0991 make good points. I think I may just write both and see which one is more strong and unique. Thank you both for your help!</p>
<p>If anyone else wants to chime in here, I’d greatly appreciate it. Thanks. :)</p>
<p>Anyone else want give me some sage advice? I could use it…</p>
<p>MFitzgerald,</p>
<p>I think your advice is exactly what I needed to hear. I’m getting a much clearer picture on what I need to write and how. Thank you so much, I really appreciate it. :)</p>
<p>Sorry? I don’t really understand what you mean and what happened to MFitzgerald’s post…</p>