Tuesday, October 9, 2012

FSU College Essay Rough Draft


                                             A learning opportunity around every corner
My mind is like an open book filled with empty pages. Learning appeals to me because I believe that there is a learning opportunity around every corner. And with every learning opportunity comes a new chapter filled with new knowledge. Regardless of your age, ethnicity or culture the opportunity to learn something new everyday is always available as long as we are open to new experiences or willing to revisit an old one with a new perspective.
Think of all the knowledge you gain every day while doing things that are part of your daily routine. I believe an adventure could surprise me at every turn. For example, a trip to the frozen yogurt store could potentially turn into a life long memory when I go with a group of friends or family. During each visit we are all exposed to new and different things. As soon as we enter I feel like all of my senses immediately go to work. There are lively, warm, cheerful colors everywhere. The smells are a combination of unique and exotic fruits, candies, and other toppings along with the variety of yogurts. You can taste the different textures uniting in your mouth to make one distinct taste. Have you ever heard of Taro flavored yogurt? How about the popping boba fruit or mochi? While you make your selections you can read the signs that provide information about these toppings and explain their health benefits.  A simple trip to buy frozen yogurt helps to give you the opportunity to learn about various toppings and enjoy your treat knowing that it is beneficial for your health.  A trip to the yogurt store around the corner becomes a learning opportunity if you enter the store believing that you can always learn something new. As Vernon Howard, an American spiritualist, once said “Always walk through life as if you have something new to learn and you will.”  
            Learning appeals to me because it makes life exciting and more interesting. I’ve always seemed to enjoy learning new things but perhaps more importantly, I truly enjoy sharing that knowledge with others. Talking to people about my experiences and encouraging them to share theirs with me helps me learn about other cultures and ethnicities, customs and traditions.  Your willingness to see everything as a learning opportunity will help you grow and mature. An open mind can prepare you to enjoy life and face new challenges with a positive attitude.


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