Overcoming Obstacles That Changed My Life

Throughout life, the obstacles we face and overcome leave a lasting impact on our lives. The summer before my freshman year of highschool, I lost myself facing one of my greatest obstacles when my father left my mom, two brothers, and myself. His absence brought a stage of confusion and sadness upon my life. Throughout my childhood, my father and I were inseparable. He was my role model and the one person I could always count on and turn to. When he left, my world was turned upside down. I went from therapist to therapist trying to overcome my feelings and seek happiness. In the end, I was diagnosed with depression and anxiety. I felt lost and insecure. My life had been so perfect before he left; my parents and I were so happy. How could things change so quickly? I felt
How was I supposed to go on with life when my whole world had been flipped upside down? When high school started, it was hard to find comfort from my friends. I did not want people to know what was wrong with me because I felt that they would think I was crazy. I felt that I could not share my thoughts and feelings with anyone because my problems would be too much to handle. I kept to myself most of the time, keeping all my feelings inside. Personally, I was afraid to confide in my family because I knew they were hurting just like I was. Eventually, it all became too much to handle and the truth came out. Everyone who had been close to me knew what had happened. People started feeling sorry for me. After I was finally able to talk to my friends again, I immediately felt like my circumstances began to improve. They listened to me and assured me that no matter what, I had someone who was there for me. My life started to make sense again. Some days were better than others, but I knew I was going to be okay. This experience taught me that whatever the hardship or obstacle, people are there for you to help you get through it; you are never