Personal Narrative Analysis

420 Words1 Page
bulb-icon

Recommended: Impact of peer pressure

I have always strived to be the best person I could be, but there came a point where my mental line between attainable and ideal situations was blurred. By the time I was 12 years old, I was putting so much pressure on myself to achieve perfection that I had severe anxiety and numerous mental breakdowns before school. Eventually, I was helped to realize that imperfection , making mistakes, and accepting who you are boosts your self-confidence and overall health, both mental and physical. In middle school, I was struggled with the belief that I was inadequate. Constantly feeling like I was not good enough to meet the challenges that my peers seemed to handle with ease. Adults and students would comment, “She is just smart. Assignments are easy

Show More
Related

  • The Impossible Standards Of Perfection In Modern Society

    492 Words  | 1 Pages

    In today’s modern society it is known for people to be a little too concerned with the way people perceive them. What do you think when a person says they want to be perfect, do you think appearance, money, knowledge, or maybe even social status? The pursuit of perfection should not be a standard of modern society due to the effects it has on one’s health and social life.

    Read More

  • What Is Self Oriented Perfection In Society

    1034 Words  | 3 Pages

    In todays society to be “perfect” one must follow society’s criteria. This criteria can depend on what type of perfection one is following. There are different types of perfection such as self oriented perfection, socially prescribed perfection, other oriented perfection, overt perfection, and covert perfection. These types of perfection are all different in how a person is “perfect”. Trying to be perfect can have its benefits but it causes mental health problems that make it not worth it. Rachel Rettner said, “Though perfection is an impossible goal, striving for it can be a boon for one's health, causing one to stick to exercise programs to a tee, say, or follow a strict regimen for treating chronic illnesses like type

    Read More

  • Stuttering Will Not Crush My Dreams

    1226 Words  | 3 Pages

    I have learned that self-acceptance has pushed me a long way in my struggle to discover who I am. No one is perfect, and everyone must realize their short-comings. But these must not get in the way of your goals in life. You must confront these obstacles head-on, learn to accept them, and to build from your broadened understanding of yourself.

    Read More

  • Reflected Appraisal

    476 Words  | 1 Pages

    Next, have realistic perceptions of yourself. View yourself for who you really are, sugarcoating things will only hurt yourself. Be fair and honest with yourself, even when it may be difficult. Another way to improve your self-concept is, having the will to change. It's not easy to think of yourself positively, it takes constant effort. However, you can't expect to change without the will and motivation to

    Read More

  • Marching Band Perfection Essay

    824 Words  | 2 Pages

    Perfectionism can be extremely unhealthy for some people when it turns into an obsession, however, perfectionism does have some benefits for society. In the workplace, it helps make sure that services live up to a high standard. It also helps people create innovative technologies and inventions that help improve people’s lives. I regret being socialized in this way because it has given me a harmful mindset and taught me unhealthy habits. When my parents expect me to be perfect in school and always get good grades on every assignment, it puts too much pressure on me and forces me to prioritize school over everything else.

    Read More

  • Personal Narrative Analysis

    799 Words  | 2 Pages

    When it was Friday night, 5 friends were making their way to a haunted house. These friends were Alex, Brennen, Tommy, Gerardo, and Zeke. For some reason these kiddos thought it would be cool to make a reenactment of Paranormal Activity and bring all this equipment to hunt down ghosts and get Cheetos on the way as well. Unfortunately they didn't know where they were going they found the motel on google maps. After the Paranormal gang was prepped and had everything ready they went out to Walmart for some extra supplies. Alex was trying to persuade the group to get Cheetos, but instead they got Lays, which really ticked Alex off. Brennen and Tommy went to go get camping equipment and Zeke rolled up with a snuggie and asked for it. Gerardo, for

    Read More

  • Personal Narrative Analysis

    272 Words  | 1 Pages

    I came from a decent sized city in Texas named Weslaco. I have lived in a loving divorced family since I was 5 years old. My brother and I were given joint custody so we have lived with both our parents despite the divorce.

    Read More

  • Personal Narrative Analysis

    272 Words  | 1 Pages

    As a child, when I got upset my response used to cry and refuse to talk. Now a day as adult, I don't cry that often, but I have the patter of maintain salient, so I grow up keeping that behavior with me. The first time I suffered anxiety of separation was when I started school; I do remember those first day clearly. I cried very loud, I got frustrate, and I didn't want to come back to school. This first week was terrible for me, for my mother, and also for my teacher. Fortunately, my teacher was very professional and keep calm. My mother tried to talk to me, and explain that she had to leave, but she come back for me at noon. When I was a child I was not very good at making friend; even though I was a friendly girl, I had to deal with that

    Read More

  • Personal Narrative Analysis

    412 Words  | 1 Pages

    At the start of sixth grade, little ol’ I decided that it would be a magnificent idea, just the best idea I have ever came up with, to play the cello, still do not regret it yet. The only reason I wanted to play the cello, was my brother, he played the viola and was excellent at it. I always wanted to be like him, he is just a great person. I was going to play the same instrument, but he told me to play the cello, being little me I just agreed to everything he said. The one concern that I used to be always certain about when I started is that I would never like playing the cello or ever be at least acceptable, as I wanted to. It was the very first year of me learning how to even play it or what notes are, no matter how much I tired or played,

    Read More

  • Personal Narrative Analysis

    614 Words  | 2 Pages

    For my first prompt, I chose the third one(Describe a moment in school last year when you felt really engaged. Why do you think that moment was such a positive one for you?). Last year, my language arts class was online so therefore, I never really felt very engaged in that classwork. So, if I had to pick one moment I felt very engaged in school, I would choose a project that i did in social studies last year. In that particular class, I had 3 of my closest friends. My teacher assigned us a project over the Civil War, and there were multiple ways to complete it. The one that my friends and I chose meant that we had to make a video telling all about it. I felt very engaged which was very abnormal because I do not normally like video projects. Anyways, the self-learning and doing the project with my friends made me feel really engaged with what I was learning. It was a positive moment for me because I realized that even though I usually learn best a certain way, other ways of learning can actually help me too and bring in a

    Read More

  • Personal Narrative Analysis

    2215 Words  | 5 Pages

    When you look back on your life, what do you remember most? Personal achievements fade from memory as you age; setbacks and failures aren’t there; arguments argue their existence away; simple daily tasks blend together and take care of themselves. Only one thing remains – moments of fulfilment. Some things make you feel pure joy, but you wouldn’t want to do them again. Fulfillment is different. It’s when you’re so unbelievably happy you could do that same thing over and over again for the rest of your life.

    Read More

  • Personal Narrative Analysis

    465 Words  | 1 Pages

    I am from Kentucky. Kentucky is not directly in the south, but it is viewed as a southern state. All my life, I have heard the negative connotations of Kentucky and the south. I’ve heard that we are hicks and stupid and never wear shoes. It’s always gotten on my nerves even though I know it’s not true. I’ve grappled with being proud of where I’m from, but it will always be my roots and my home. On my journey to state pride, I’ve learned more about the south. This past summer I even traveled around the southern United States. I started in Kentucky and circled around to New Orleans. This is when I first set foot in Greenville, SC. At first look it was quiet, but it was so beautiful. Downtown was shaded by many trees and the streets were clean

    Read More

  • Personal Narrative Analysis

    550 Words  | 2 Pages

    I came to the united states when I was only seven years old. We were staying in my mom’s cousins house to live. It was weird to be living with people that yes, they were family but never seen before. We were coming to the U. S cause my younger sister had a tumor in her head and there was better doctor here. Being in the U.S there’s a better technology and medical resources that were going to help cure my sister.

    Read More

  • Personal Narrative Analysis

    279 Words  | 1 Pages

    It’s the first day of my junior year at Senior High school. Summer is coming to a sad, depressing, dramatic end and a new semester a very important year is coming upon me. 2 sentences 33 words

    Read More

  • Importance Of Self Value Essay

    785 Words  | 2 Pages

    For instance, I grew up overconfident of my capability, but once I entered grade school, my confidence slowly started to plummet. From simple rejections to failing marks, I soon faced my inner self and started to doubt myself, I questioned everything about my choices. I remember the first day of middle school I spent hours the night before deciding on my outfit, crying on the floor simply because I felt nothing looked good on me. I cried so much to the point that when I reflect back, I pity myself. I threw a fit and destroyed my closet that I had to fix the very next day. After struggling with myself, I gave up and decided to go with my first choice, and on that day I learned a very important lesson. I questioned myself on why I would spend hours if at the end I was just going with my first choice, and have to spend hours at the end fixing my closet. I questioned, why did I need the perfect outfit if I was just going to school, not a wedding, a festival, or even a fashion show. Why? This answer is fairly simple, I don’t feel comfortable in my own skin. I remember praying that night every single one of my acne and my scars would evaporate like water, however, my prayers were all in vain. In addition, I learned that if I had a little more self-confidence in myself, then I will probably pick out my outfit in 5 minutes unlike spending hours of valuable time. Therefore, the common lesson I learned that will last me a lifetime, is to do what I feel is right for myself, and don’t dress to impress others simply because it isn’t worth

    Read More

More about Personal Narrative Analysis

Open Document