Personal Statement _ Grace Herman

September 23th, 2019

My Motivation

What’s the first thing you want to do when you get up each morning? What are the things you work on each day just for yourself? Name something you’re really passionate about, and describe a moment in your life when you discovered and developed this passion.

My Aspirations

Where are you headed with your life? What specific things do you hope to experience and achieve–in the next few weeks, and also in the long run? State 2 or 3 specific goals you have for your future.

My Work

When do you work hard and put in your best effort. Name and describe 2 or 3 skills you have or specific types of work you’ve learned how to do well.

I love creating. I love writing and performing. The risk that comes with expressing yourself creativity is thrilling. When I’m writing and performing I fall into a new world. I get to experience new stories and new perspectives. I get to write them and I get to become apart of them. The feeling of putting my pen to paper or the heat from the lights makes my eyes sparkle and my heart leap with joy.

I can communicate and listen. Through writing and acting I’ve learned what it means to communicate and how to communicate with other people. I’ve also learned how to show and use empathy. I am good at listening because of these skills.

I want to give teenagers a place where they can be passionate. I want this project to be a safe place where teenagers can be themselves. An escape from the box we are put in. I want us to create a community that encourages, supports and celebrates dreams. Selfishly I need it for myself, but I know that we as teenagers all need it.