Essay About Obstacles In Life

Michael Jordan once said, “Obstacles don’t have to stop you. If you run into a wall, don’t turn around and give up. Figure out how to climb it, go through it, or work around it.” Being born to two immigrants, who have never completed college, and growing up in a low-income family of six individuals, I have faced nothing but a myriad of obstacles in my life. Although at times I have struggled to overcome these challenges, I have always persevered and pushed past each one with my determination to be the best I can be, which has matured me into the young adult I am today.
Through my youth, my parents worked relentlessly to provide my brothers and myself with a good Jewish education in a private institution. It came to a point where my dad had to travel out of state for business, a few weeks at a time, leaving my mom to run the household all by herself. I could see the effect all of the stress put on her, so I did what any other good, thoughtful son would do- I helped out. I committed myself to completing nightly chores around the house, such as doing laundry or cleaning dishes, …show more content…
I have done my research and I know how arduous and extensive going down that path will be, especially since I am financially disadvantaged. However, I am willing to do what needs to be done in order to get to where I want to go. No matter the amount of work placed in my lap or the crazy schedule with zero hours of sleep, I know I have the power and will to accomplish my goals and make my dreams a reality. When I run into an obstacle, which is inevitable, I will not give up and turn around; rather like Michael Jordan said, I will find a way to maneuver around it and continue on my expedition. Not only will I sucker punch that challenge when I face it, but also I will come out victorious and will have acquired a new ability that will help my determination overcome the next