<p>I want to write a short essay on my experiences in sport. But my parents are pushing me to write it on volunteer stuff because they think it’ll put in me a better light. How do i explain to them that the topic is not going to make a difference and just let me apply by myself.
So frustrating</p>
<p>If you’re looking to convince them, you could let them talk to a school counselor or similar figure or even let them read some stuff on CC. However, you shouldn’t assume that their involvement in the process will necessarily be detrimental. For example, sport-themed “victory” or “overcoming difficulty” essays have become somewhat cliche and many would advise against writing them. That being said, a volunteer-themed essay could easily have the same pitfalls. Just make sure the subject is something that is genuinely important to you.</p>
<p>kaekae can you expand on “overcoming difficulty”. Mine isn’t about overcoming a sickness or broken bone if that’s what you called cliche.</p>
<p>p.s., would saying “it’s more than a game, it’s a passion” be cliche (that’s a lil wayne line about basketball)</p>
<p>If you quote Lil Wayne, that could be pretty cute (if you give him credit, I mean). The line “It’s more than a game; it’s a passion” by itself does sound pretty trite, though.</p>