There were many life coping character traits that were implanted in me. These character traits are what makes me who I am today. I learned how to cope with pressure. My grandmother raised me on a shoe string budget and it was a constant struggle to live within small means. But I learned things that many of my peers haven’t been taught, how to work with what you have and be grateful. This experience molded me into having the strength necessary to cope with future situations that may be less threatening yet equally stressful. It gave me the ability to handle pressure without cracking under it.
Another life coping character trait that I inherited is a thick skin. I takes a thick skin to get through homework hearing gun shots and the police helicopter roaring overhead. I learned not to let distractions cloud my better judgement and disrupt my concentration. An additional character trait that I inherited is a strong will. I have fought tooth and nail trying NOT to live my life in reaction to my parent’s shortfalls and I’ve become better for it. I’ve developed an undying need to be successful and I feel like nothing can stop me from rising