Overcoming Adversity Essay

William J. Clinton once famously stated, “If you live long enough, you’ll make mistakes. But if you learn from them, you’ll be a better person. It’s how you handle adversity not how it affects you.” I find this quote to be very true based on my upbringings and experiences throughout junior year of college. As I sit here writing this essay and I can ruminate on the person I once was when I first entered Hampton University to the person I am now. The growth is amazing. I have truly blossomed. Back in 2013 I would describe myself as introvert and very transient. I vividly remember keeping to myself and not really wanting to work in large groups. I faced many challenges transitioning from high school to college. The first two semesters was rough. I thought that my grades were very mediocre. I struggled in Mathematics the most. However, I had an abundance of resources at the tip of my finger. If it was not for my advisor, Mr. Love, my stress level would have definitely taken a toll on me. Mr. Love mentorship helped me to relax, look at my options, and start action plans to achieve goals. I also joined a student organization on campus, Student Support Services, were counselors took me in as family and pushed me to my greatest potential. My junior year tested my faith and my hard work. I had professors who were …show more content…
Ms. Rhodes always would say “too much work is not healthy for your brain.” When I would tell my family and friends that I have missed meals and stayed up all night completing work. My family would scold me and say that everyone needs time to relax and reflect on what they’re doing next. The next weekend instead of being in the library I decided to go bowling with friends. I saw a major difference in my work performance that upcoming week. I was more lively and positive moving forward. My junior year has definitely shown me that I can do anything if I put my mind to