High Self-esteem; UNC Chapel Hill "DESCRIBE YOURSELF"

I am a person that has a high self-esteem, and the experiences that I have had have formed my positive outlook on life.
As an American born Spaniard studying abroad, I have been able to live both the American Dream and the European lifestyle, both of which have heavily impacted my way of being. I have always been of outspoken and candid character. Although life in Europe is completely different, I have managed to maintain my own identity, meanwhile immersing myself in the language and culture of Spain.

Who doesn't dream of studying in a foreign country? What drove me towards the decision to abandon my country of birth was the fact that I was curious as to what the world outside of the American walls had to offer. This curiosity, along with my eagerness for achieving my goals, propelled me to take the steps necessary to study abroad, and accomplish them. My mother would probably describe me as a "daredevil" because when i asked my parents what they thought of me leaving the country to go study elsewhere, she said to me that she "never would have found the courage to leave home at such a young age". My level of maturity has enormously risen since the Spanish lifestyle requires a special adaptation because of its struggling economy in comparison to the american economy. I know that I am extremely fortunate to be able to leave the US in search of international studies, and I would describe myself as a grateful person. I have seen the dire circumstances in which some people live in Europe, which americans only see on the television, and have immense gratitude for the people who have helped me get to where I am as well as my family for providing for my every day needs.

I think your beginning seems a little self-praising... try to avoid this
I also don't understand how the spanish economy effects your maturity? Go into more detail about that... maybe that you had to get a job at a very young age already...???

'I know that I am extremely fortunate to be able to leave why leave the us if you want to study there? the US in search of international studies, and I would describe ...'

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