"Ugly Betty" (a television character) - A person who has impacted you

It is difficult to associate oneself with a character that seems so much larger than life and unreal, like the high - and - mighty socialites that run the city or the daring secret agents that throw caution to the wind. However, one character that I have always found myself drawn to is Betty Suarez from the television show Ugly Betty. She throws caution to the wind in a much different way and has taught me how to live life with her carefree outlook.

From her very first day of work at Mode Magazine, Betty was seen as an outsider with her size eight figure draped in a poncho straight from Mexico. Her coworkers always poked fun at her regarding her heritage as a Mexican - American, but Betty always managed to own who she truly is and not let the world deter her from loving her background and celebrating her culture. When I was younger, I was always apprehensive about embodying who I really was as a child of Indian immigrants. I never bothered to share my culture with those around me, even though they showed interest in learning about the unique customs and traditions that were a part of who I was. Only in the last few years have I truly embraced my Indian heritage and have ceased to worry about what those around me will think. Betty Suarez's love of her culture has only cemented in my mind that it is okay to be different because diversity is what makes the world and its citizens wonderful.

Betty's love for herself has also taught me about being myself beyond just accepting my culture. Her distinct outfits featuring loud patterns and mismatched accessories alongside colorful braces and a frizzy mane sets her apart from every fashion forward member of her office, but no matter how many times she is told that her outfits are atrocious, she never changes her style or who she is. She exemplifies the importance of self confidence because even though the people around her try to tear her down, she fights off all the pressure to conform and shows others that she is completely content with who she is. Betty's self confidence inspires me to be whoever I want to be, whether that means sporting crazy outfits or simply living my life the way I see fit. She also shows me that as long as I possess a strong sense of self, I can be at ease with whoever I choose to be.

Dedication is a word that carries a lot of meaning to Betty. Even though her colleagues refuse to take her seriously upon first sight, Betty proves herself and demonstrates her capabilities time and time again though her commitment and dedication. So, even though she does not possess the ideal "look" of an assistant to the Editor - in - Chief of a fashion magazine (in fact being quite the opposite), she has every skill necessary to be successful. Betty serves as an inspiration to me in the way that she completes every task with such perseverance and zeal. She confirms that it is ultimately anyone's positive qualities that will take them farthest in not only the business world but in life as well because when one's exterior is ignored, it is only the character of a person that is left to shine through.

It seems impossible that a television character can teach people so much about their own lives and make such an impact on them, but Betty Suarez has truly taught me so much about how to live. She has taught me that at a certain point, one must realize who they are and let that take them where it may. Betty has always been so certain with whom she is and has inspired me to do the same. Ultimately, she has altered my view of myself and the world, teaching me to accept myself for who I am and see the beauty in others.

any and all input is appreciated! thank you!

Good essay. You might try to put in more of how Betty influneced you and less of how great she is [We know that part already :) ] Good luck in your application!

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Even though her colleagues refuse to take her seriously at first sight, Betty demonstrates her capabilities time and again though her commitment and dedication. She does not possess the ideal "look" of an assistant to the Editor-in-Chief of a fashion magazine (in fact being quite the opposite), but she has every skill necessary to be successful.------ I took out a few words.

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thank you very much for the input! i'll definitely take your advice!