Can you help me write my college essay? The prompt is “Explain a challenge you faced in life and how it made you the person you are today.” I want to write about how my Mom was an alcoholic but got sober when I was 12 and now she’s my hero. It’s supposed to be 1000 words, but if you can just write a 150-200 word introduction, I’ll do the rest. 

When asked to explain a challenge I faced in life and how it made me who I am today, I started to think first about who I actually am. I am a strong and hardworking person, but more than that, I am a forgiving person. I love to see the good in people and am quick to give second chances. 

And I believe that the reason this is one of the core values of who I am is because of my mother. When I was young, she struggled with alcoholism, and it made growing up extremely challenging. But when I was twelve years old, she got sober, stayed sober, and became not only an amazing mother but she is also my hero. 

If I hadn’t given my mother a second chance, not only would I not know her unconditional love, but I wouldn’t be who I am: Someone who roots for others and supports those who want to change their life, and I am proud to be that person. 