How Hayden Influenced My Life

Luminary “Who do you rely on most to help you succeed and why?” My feet were shaking in my towering heels, palms sweating, anxiety coursing through my veins, and I could not see clearly from the bright stage lights. This was the question that I was asked during self expression the night of Distinguished Young Women. Why was it that Hayden’s name came to my mind so quickly? Why hadn’t I said my mom? After all, that is what the judges expected me to say. That is what everyone expected me to say. But no, out of all people, I said Hayden, my older brother. Why was that my answer? It is simple; Hayden has had the absolute most profound influence in my life. For as long as I can remember, Hayden has influenced me in every aspect my life. It is no wonder to why though: he has always played an active part in my life. Being the younger sister, I followed him everywhere and wanted to be just like him. After all, every little kid wants to be like their hero. He has taught me …show more content…
He was able to be one of the top ten scholars in his class while also fulfilling all of his duties on the seminary council. I saw the hard work that this required and always strove to develop that same work ethic. I am now co-president of the seminary council and am on my way to being in the top ten of my class. If it had not been for his influence, I would not be where I am today. He has played a huge role in the success in my life. Not only has he just been the example of hard work, but he has pushed me to work hard. Whether it was waking me up at six in the morning to go running so that I was ready for volleyball season or sitting me down to study for my test, he was there. He knows what my goals are and will always pick me up and push me to keep going when I think it is getting too difficult. He pushes me harder and harder because he sees my potential and will not let me cut myself