I started my why major essay stuck in the idea that I had to sound perfect, so I wrote about my lifelong passion for biology. But honestly? I didn't even like it until sophomore year when I aced a lab project that changed my perspective. I wrote about how that experience flipped my understanding and sparked genuine curiosity.
Embracing the messy parts of my story made it authentic and relatable, which helped me stand out. Don't be afraid to share the bumps along the way!