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“From Falling Behind to Striking a Chord: How Music Transformed My Mindset and Academic Success”

Prompt: Some students have a background, identity, interest, or talent that is so meaningful they believe their application would be incomplete without it. If this sounds like you, then please share your story. 
Brainstorming/Ideas: 
Change in mindset after discovering music 
From math to writing, I’ve always struggled in my academics
I felt as if I was falling behind compared to my peers
I didn’t feel like trying or didn’t see the point
My music journey started with piano lessons
Then I went into orchestra playing the violin
Eventually learning guitar/bass from church
I started to develop a deep interest in music and wanted to improve
From playing video games all day, to developing and applying a daily practice plan I started to gain more motivation and a sense of achievement. This started to show in other areas of my life such as school
From struggling in basic elementary level classes to taking classes at college
I want to show that this hobby of mine (music) changed my mindset and positively impacted my academics