For The Love of a Dream by Tyler

For The Love of a Dream by Tyler - June 2013 Scholarship Essay

        College was something I always knew was important and in my heart of hearts I knew college was where I needed to be but at the beginning of my junior year I found myself at a crossroads. I felt that my life could go in two directions college or the direction of my dreams of being an actress/singer. The big question in my head was go to college and increase my chances of being successful in general or pursue my career wholeheartedly with the hopes of making it big at what I love.          Ever since I was little I just knew I was going to be a singer and entertainer and while that thought crosses most kids minds, the desire to be a singer never left me, in fact it only grew stronger. Because I knew so young what I wanted to do in life I was determined to start as soon as possible. I had dreams of having a t.v show and record deal by fourteen years old and I wrote and developed an entire teen sitcom that I wanted to star in. I also wrote tons of songs and screenplays because I was so passionate about becoming a successful teen actress and singer.         I knew that success in the entertainment industry would be difficult but I felt very positive I had what it takes to be that one in a million because I was willing to work hard. Because I ws so stuck on finding this success before college I began doubting myself as college approached and I wasn’t nearly at the point I wanted to be in my career. I felt like going to college would be a testament that my career wouldn’t happen the way I’d hoped. I felt going to college would be giving up on my career dreams. It wasn’t that college seemed like a bad thing but it was symbolic to my lack of accomplishments career wise.          With the help of my college counselor she helped me realize I’m still young and I have a lot of time to pursue my career and in fact college could only help me in my pursuits. I have endured a lot to improve in my craft, such as joining a musical theatre program and not quitting despite constant bullying and despite my many insecurities I have fought for my dreams. My dreams to sing, act, entertain, write and make a difference in the world through my creativity gave me hope in dark times and I had become attached to the comforting thought that one day I will achieve my ambitious goals.          Getting another perspective from my wise counselor helped me see I have done so much for the love of my dream and college would be another asset towards my dream and that I will never give up on it. College is an outlet and a true opportunity to use and develop my skills on a grand scale. Attending college means working hard, learning a lot, increasing my hope, finding myself, and enduring whatever is to come all for the love of my dream.