Personal Narrative: My Greatest Accomplishments

Perseverance and determination are some of the qualities that contributed to my accomplishments. When I was in the third grade, I was labelled as the girl who “needed extra help” because I have an auditory processing disorder. That is why one of my greatest achievements is that I have not given up in my educational goals and that I am still continuing my education.
Throughout my life, I recall hating going to school, especially because middle school and high school administrators tried to control my academics by telling me that I should take easier classes whenever I mentioned I wanted to be in an honors class or in a more difficult elective. Instead of motivating me, they would discourage me and make me feel that I was not capable of succeeding because of my disability. However, I proved them wrong; I was able to take honors courses and succeed in them
I have learned that asking for help only produces benefits. In turn, this has helped me develop the confidence to overcome certain fears. For instance, during the summer, I participated in the ELAC-LMU Undergraduate Research Scholars Academy, which was a ten day residential program of intense research. My research focused on Environmental racism. Even though it is nerve-wrecking for anyone to present in front of a large group, it was even more nerve-wrecking for me because of my disability. Thanks to the advice of teachers and family members, I was able to do speak in front of everyone without any mistakes. This has shown me that I am a resilient person who does not give up easily. This experience allowed me to get of my comfort zone because besides presenting among my peers I was presenting in front of administrators and faculty members like I mention before this opportunity not only help me express my thoughts but it also help me to seek more