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If you are looking to brainstorm a college essay using the popular "College Essay Guy" (Ethan Sawyer) methods, the key is to focus on and vulnerability rather than just listing achievements. Quick Brainstorming Exercises

: List 20 objects that represent different sides of you (e.g., a worn-out map, a specific kitchen tool, a lucky coin). Each object can be a "window" into a different part of your personality. If you are looking to brainstorm a college

: Look at a list of core values (like curiosity, community, or humor) and pick your top 10, then top 3. Your essay should "show" these values through stories. a worn-out map