Dear my younger self by Owen

Dear my younger self by Owen - July 2025 Scholarship Essay

Dear my younger self:

You're probably scared of a lot of things. Whether it be applying for college, hanging out with friends, going to the gym, or even asking a teacher to put in a grade they missed. But the most important piece of advice I can give you is... to be confident. You've probably heard this hundreds of times-"believe in yourself! Nothing is impossible!"-so much so that it's like a broken record.

But trust me, once you start respecting yourself, pushing yourself out of your comfort zone, you'll discover how easy everything will become. It might seem hard at first-especially the first time you drive after getting a permit (no, Mario Kart does not make you a better driver)-but continue, persevere, and it will become like clockwork. The farther you step out of your comfort zone, the more confident you'll become, and things that would have once induced life-ending stress become an everyday activity. And of course, having friends makes it all easier. Whether it's your first time at the gym with a friend, your first day on the job, or your first in-person interview, I know you'll go on to do great things, as long as you continue to push yourself.

So go out there and try new things and make a positive impact in your community. And also invest in NVIDIA stock..

- Owen from the future