| Essays aimed at describing how one thinks are problematic for a few reasons. First, they tend to be abstract. This results in abstruse prose, making them uninteresting and difficult to read. Second, colleges probably don't care much about how one thinks unless they're a genius or it's manifested within their personality. On a side note, one can probably depict their personality much more clearly and interestingly with a specific experience. Finally, one is much more likely to stand out in the college admissions process if the reader can empathize with the essay. This isn't likely to happen unless the admissions officer thinks the same way as the writer, which is a long shot.
I think you'll benefit much more by describing and reflecting on an experience or influence. This way you can not only show colleges what you've experienced, but also show them what kind of person you are and, ultimately, how you think. |