Essay About Struggles In Life

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Life can be a struggle, and it can throw many curveballs at oneself. To overcome those struggles one needs to stick to what she believes in and to stay true to oneself. Family means a lot to me. We have always tried to spend as much time together as possible. My dad is an electrical designer and my mom stopped working when I was born so she could spend as much time as possible with me. I have two younger sisters, one is fifteen and one is thirteen. I try to be the best role model possible for them because I want them to look up to me and make good choices. Since I was little I have been very shy and reserved, and because I have been this way I have developed, over the past couple of years, depression and anxiety. However, besides dealing with the struggles, I have …show more content…
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