I’ve had many dreams throughout my life. I’ve gone from artist, chef, lawyer, etc. There was always one dream that stuck regardless, and that dream was to save the Earth. As a child, I was surrounded in littered yards in Toledo, Ohio. A refinery dominated the air on the east side of Toledo, and I always hated it. I couldn’t breathe anywhere close to the refinery. I witnessed birds eating garbage because there was so much of it. As a rising adult, not much has changed in my environment. If anything, Toledo has gotten worse with its waste management. Not only in my state, but worldwide, the issue of waste and air pollution is progressing. According to a study by The British Medical Journal called Threat to Human Health from Environmental Plastics, the average person is drinking fifty seven micro-plastics per liter. This plastic can pose health risks such as reproductive health and being carcinogenic. Refineries are constantly pumping fumes into the air, which poses the risk of cancer, asthma, birth defects, neurological damage, cardiovascular damage, difficulty breathing, and blood disorders, according to The Public Health Advocate. What does my dream of saving the Earth have to do with any of the above? The plastics and fumes do not only cause damage to humanity, but to the environment itself. Plastics pose risks to wildlife, choking them and leaking chemicals into the water that they consume and inhabit. The fumes and chemicals pumped into the air cause carbon dioxide to get trapped into the ozone layer, causing global warming. Deforestation, the mass removal of forests also contributes to global warming. Trees are known to absorb carbon dioxide, and the removal of the trees leaves more carbon dioxide in the atmosphere. My plan is to work with teams to help preserve the environment. That includes wildlife, water conservation, and air control. I also plan to work with companies such as manufacturing companies to back sure they’re becoming an environmentally conscious business and abide by environmental regulations. Before I work with them, I may need to work on a legal level to ensure there are legal regulations for companies to abide by first. My main goal is to protect the wildlife and help limit waste. My goals are quite high, but with dedication and support, we can provide the Earth with more sustainable years. Thank you to Austin for providing us with this opportunity for support, and thank you for considering my essay, Breanna Sisler.

I have been passionate about protecting the environment since I was a child. I would see animals suffering due to carelessness of our industries. Every-time my mother drove me to school, all I would see is trash littering our grounds. As the years pass, the earth is degrading due to chemical negligence. I grew up low income, which the lower income neighborhoods happened to be placed by a refinery that turned the sky a dark color and spread a foul odor. It is still placed there today, blowing dark smoke into our sky. This is dangerous because the refinery burns off hydrocarbons, which studies claim can cause respiratory damage and neurological problems. Studies also allude to the burn off of hydrocarbons causing damage to various organs of animals and possibly death. My studies, environmental science with a focus on natural sciences, will aide me in combating these issues by helping me understand the environmental on its own. In order to help the environment and those who reside within it, I need to understand it. Environmental Science focuses on the natural environment and how humans interact with it, but it will also help me understand how it affects wild life as well. With my studies, I hope to either be a marine biologist or a forester. I would be able to promote biodiversity or study marine wildlife, who are known to suffer due to plastic waste. Advice I would give to my friends and family to reduce their carbon footprints is consume less energy. If their destination is within walking distance and they’re able, I would advise them to walk the distance. Cars tend to burn carbon emissions, which significantly contributes to global warming because the CO2 traps heat in the atmosphere. I would also recommend they use reusable items such as fabric bags, glass tableware, and reusable water bottles. I keep all of my shoes until they cannot be worn any longer, and put off buying new ones until then. Overconsumption is one of the leading causes of waste, and lower the amount we consume can lower our carbon footprints. Turning off lights when not in use can also lower a carbon footprint. Electricity and heat are the main components of a carbon footprint, at 18%. This means electricity and heat are 18% of an individual’s greenhouse gas, or carbon dioxide emissions. Being sustainable is hard in this day in age, with most of our industrial productions rely on plastic and fossil fuels, but with care and dedication, we can save our earth.

Hello, My name is Breanna Sisler, and I am amongst the oldest of 11 biological and nonbiological siblings. I am I first generation college student, and possibly a first generation high school graduate. My entire life, my mother has worked two jobs just to keep up afloat. I got taken away from my mother at age nine due to abuse, and at age thirteen my father abandoned me. My mother was awarded custody the following year, and I received the help I desperately needed. That help involved multiple therapists and doctors. I had gone through three therapists before I settled with my current therapist of three years. My experience in the mental health care field as the patient has not been positive, as I’ve had Social Workers stare down at me on a hospital bed as if I were a science project. My previous therapists overlooked concerning behavioral issues, and after that, I swore to myself I would make the Social Workers field better for all. When I was in a local psychiatric facility, the nurse would scream at the patients and cry afterwards in front of us. Nursing, especially in the psychiatric field, is not easy, but it should not have been handled that way. I would begin my positive impact by advocating for proper treatment of nurses, as their treatment affects patients. I would then advocate for more funding for mental health care, as it isn’t accessible to most people in poverty. Mental health facilities are overwhelmed by the need, so that hints at either needing more professionals in the field, more facilities, or both. I believe everyone is worthy of an investment to their education. My past has taught me that I need to fight for what I want in life. I wasn’t raised with good academic discipline, I was allowed to skip whenever. I graduated with a 2.7 GPA because I essentially dropped out in 9th grade. When I began college, I was determined to do it right. I have the luxury of going to school, so I began to act like it. I finished my first semester with a 3.7 and recognition from the Deans list and Honors Club. I may be receiving placement of my cousin Kesha, who is thirteen and living with my disabled grandmother. She keeps getting in trouble with the law and running away. I want to show her that she can recover from the cards dealt to her, and that it’s worth it to graduate. I am determined to adopt her if her mother does not get custody back, and give her a better life than the both of us had. I will leave the world better than I found it. I will offer my time to help others in need, and hopefully set their lives on a better path than before. I want to return the kindness of others that donated their food to food centers that I and others relied on. I want to help provide resources to homeless shelters, and soup kitchens. I want to set a standard for my cousin, that she too can graduate. With my degree, I would have more power to advocate for those whose voices aren’t being heard. Thank you for this opportunity.

What motivated me to pursue a higher education was living in a lower income household with 8 children and struggling to create our own spaces. I care deeply about saving our oceans because there are animals who are suffering due to our negligence. The ocean s are a huge part of the world, and there are species amongst them that need protection or else they may go extinct. Avoiding items that may have micro beads, glitter, etc can help prevent so much water pollution. These thin plastics are hard to filter out of water when there are cleaning teams with nets as the plastics aren’t big enough to be caught. I plan on using my degree to become a marine biologist or conservation scientist to focus primarily on preserving and improving our environment and specifically our oceans. I want to work to clean up the plastics in our oceans, and to protect our animals habitats. Marine conservation resonates specifically with me as it combines my two most passionate interests, environmental and animal conversation. I will learn how to strategically manage the oceans resources sustainably to avoid habitat destruction, species depletion, and pollution. I'm interested in researching microplastics and their impact on the marine food chain. By understanding their pathways and effects, we can develop better filtration technologies and wastewater treatment solutions. Additionally, I'm passionate about advocating for policies that encourage sustainable alternatives to single-use plastics. Habitat protection is another crucial aspect of marine conservation. I envision myself studying the delicate balance of coral reef ecosystems and working on strategies for restoration and sustainable fishing practices. At the current rate, plastic is expected to outweigh the ocean by time 2050. That gives us less than 30 years to reduce our pollution levels. Year after year, our animals are strangled by our plastics. Roughly 100 million marine animals die each year from plastic waste alone. 100,000 marine animals die from getting entangled and suffocated in plastic almost yearly. Not only are the animals endangered, the plastics give off chemical pollution. Almost all plastics are made of plant warming fuels such as oil, gas, and even coal. The plastic sits in our water and the heat expands the plastic allowing it to give off the toxins. Plastics also create microplastics whilst sitting in our water. This poisons ground water and causes health issues due to the carcinogenic chemicals of it. The chemicals intervene with the body’s endocrine system causing reproduction, development, and immune disorders within humans and wildlife. Plastic in the oceans may also interfere with the ocean's capacity to absorb and sequester carbon dioxide, creating another pathway through which plastic pollution contributes to and accelerates climate change. Ultimately, i’m passionate about this career because saving our oceans requires a collective and passionate effort. While I'm committed to contributing through my studies and future career, everyone can contribute. Supporting organizations that are working on ocean conservation, reducing our own plastic consumption by using plastic alternatives, and spreading awareness are all vital steps towards a healthier ocean.

My name is Breanna Sisler, and I’ve grown up mostly in the city parts of Ohio. My love for the outdoors is gardening and volunteering. I’m currently working on a volunteer project to mark storm drains and educate communities on why it’s harmful to dump chemicals down them. No one has truly been instrumental in me wanting to pursue a career in the outdoors. It’s the animals and the planets well beings that made me truly passionate about the outdoors. I care deeply about saving our oceans because there are animals who are suffering due to our negligence. The ocean s are a huge part of the world, and there are species amongst them that need protection or else they may go extinct. Avoiding items that may have micro beads, glitter, etc can help prevent so much water pollution. These thin plastics are hard to filter out of water when there are cleaning teams with nets as the plastics aren’t big enough to be caught. I want to work to clean up the plastics in our oceans, and to protect our animals habitats.I will learn how to strategically manage the oceans resources sustainably to avoid habitat destruction, species depletion, and pollution. I'm interested in researching microplastics and their impact on the marine food chain. By understanding their pathways and effects, we can develop better filtration technologies and wastewater treatment solutions. Additionally, I'm passionate about advocating for policies that encourage sustainable alternatives to single-use plastics. I envision myself studying the delicate balance of coral reef ecosystems and working on strategies for restoration and sustainable fishing practices. At the current rate, plastic is expected to outweigh the ocean by time 2050. That gives us less than 30 years to reduce our pollution levels. Year after year, our animals are strangled by our plastics. Roughly 100 million marine animals die each year from plastic waste alone. 100,000 marine animals die from getting entangled and suffocated in plastic almost yearly. Not only are the animals endangered, the plastics give off chemical pollution. Almost all plastics are made of plant warming fuels such as oil, gas, and even coal. The plastic sits in our water and the heat expands the plastic allowing it to give off the toxins. Plastics also create microplastics whilst sitting in our water. This poisons ground water and causes health issues due to the carcinogenic chemicals of it. The chemicals intervene with the body’s endocrine system causing reproduction, development, and immune disorders within humans and wildlife. Plastic in the oceans may also interfere with the ocean's capacity to absorb and sequester carbon dioxide, creating another pathway through which plastic pollution contributes to and accelerates climate change. Ultimately, saving our oceans requires a collective and passionate effort. While I'm committed to contributing through my studies and future career, everyone can contribute. Supporting organizations that are working on ocean conservation, reducing our own plastic consumption by using plastic alternatives, and spreading awareness are all vital steps towards a healthier planet.

I care deeply about saving our oceans because there are animals who are suffering due to our negligence. The ocean s are a huge part of the world, and there are species amongst them that need protection or else they may go extinct. Avoiding items that may have micro beads, glitter, etc can help prevent so much water pollution. These thin plastics are hard to filter out of water when there are cleaning teams with nets as the plastics aren’t big enough to be caught. I plan on using my degree to become a marine biologist or conservation scientist to focus primarily on preserving and improving our environment and specifically our oceans. I want to work to clean up the plastics in our oceans, and to protect our animals habitats. Marine conservation resonates specifically with me as it combines my two most passionate interests, environmental and animal conversation. I will learn how to strategically manage the oceans resources sustainably to avoid habitat destruction, species depletion, and pollution. I'm interested in researching microplastics and their impact on the marine food chain. By understanding their pathways and effects, we can develop better filtration technologies and wastewater treatment solutions. Additionally, I'm passionate about advocating for policies that encourage sustainable alternatives to single-use plastics. Habitat protection is another crucial aspect of marine conservation. I envision myself studying the delicate balance of coral reef ecosystems and working on strategies for restoration and sustainable fishing practices. At the current rate, plastic is expected to outweigh the ocean by time 2050. That gives us less than 30 years to reduce our pollution levels. Year after year, our animals are strangled by our plastics. Roughly 100 million marine animals die each year from plastic waste alone. 100,000 marine animals die from getting entangled and suffocated in plastic almost yearly. Not only are the animals endangered, the plastics give off chemical pollution. Almost all plastics are made of plant warming fuels such as oil, gas, and even coal. The plastic sits in our water and the heat expands the plastic allowing it to give off the toxins. Plastics also create microplastics whilst sitting in our water. This poisons ground water and causes health issues due to the carcinogenic chemicals of it. The chemicals intervene with the body’s endocrine system causing reproduction, development, and immune disorders within humans and wildlife. Plastic in the oceans may also interfere with the ocean's capacity to absorb and sequester carbon dioxide, creating another pathway through which plastic pollution contributes to and accelerates climate change. Ultimately, saving our oceans requires a collective and passionate effort. While I'm committed to contributing through my studies and future career, everyone can contribute. Supporting organizations that are working on ocean conservation, reducing our own plastic consumption by using plastic alternatives, and spreading awareness are all vital steps towards a healthier ocean.

I care deeply about saving our oceans because there are animals who are suffering due to our negligence. The ocean s are a huge part of the world, and there are species amongst them that need protection or else they may go extinct. Avoiding items that may have micro beads, glitter, etc can help prevent so much water pollution. These thin plastics are hard to filter out of water when there are cleaning teams with nets as the plastics aren’t big enough to be caught. I plan on volunteering to preserve and improve our environment and specifically our oceans. I want to work to clean up the plastics in our oceans, and to protect our animals habitats. Marine volunteering resonates specifically with me as it combines my two most passionate interests, environmental and animal conversation. I will learn how to strategically manage the water sources resources sustainably to avoid habitat destruction, species depletion, and pollution. I'm interested in researching microplastics and their impact on the marine food chain. By understanding their pathways and effects, we can develop better filtration technologies and wastewater treatment solutions. Additionally, I'm passionate about advocating for policies that encourage sustainable alternatives to single-use plastics. Habitat protection is another crucial aspect of marine conservation. I envision myself studying the delicate balance of coral reef ecosystems and working on strategies for restoration and sustainable fishing practices. At the current rate, plastic is expected to outweigh the ocean by time 2050. That gives us less than 30 years to reduce our pollution levels. Year after year, our animals are strangled by our plastics. Roughly 100 million marine animals die each year from plastic waste alone. 100,000 marine animals die from getting entangled and suffocated in plastic almost yearly. Not only are the animals endangered, the plastics give off chemical pollution. Almost all plastics are made of plant warming fuels such as oil, gas, and even coal. The plastic sits in our water and the heat expands the plastic allowing it to give off the toxins. Plastics also create microplastics whilst sitting in our water. This poisons ground water and causes health issues due to the carcinogenic chemicals of it. The chemicals intervene with the body’s endocrine system causing reproduction, development, and immune disorders within humans and wildlife. Plastic in the oceans may also interfere with the ocean's capacity to absorb and sequester carbon dioxide, creating another pathway through which plastic pollution contributes to and accelerates climate change. Ultimately, saving our oceans requires a collective and passionate effort. While I'm committed to contributing through my studies and future career, everyone can contribute. Supporting organizations that are working on ocean conservation, reducing our own plastic consumption by using plastic alternatives, and spreading awareness are all vital steps towards a healthier ocean.

I care deeply about saving our oceans because there are animals who are suffering due to our negligence. The ocean s are a huge part of the world, and there are species amongst them that need protection or else they may go extinct. Avoiding items that may have microbeads, glitter, etc can help prevent so much water pollution. These thin plastics are hard to filter out of water when there are cleaning teams with nets as the plastics aren’t big enough to be caught. I plan on using my degree to become a marine biologist or conservation scientist to focus primarily on preserving and improving our environment and specifically our oceans. I want to work to clean up the plastics in our oceans, and to protect our animals habitats. Marine conservation resonates specifically with me as it combines my two most passionate interests, environmental and animal conversation. I will learn how to strategically manage the oceans resources sustainably to avoid habitat destruction, species depletion, and pollution. I'm interested in researching microplastics and their impact on the marine food chain. By understanding their pathways and effects, we can develop better filtration technologies and wastewater treatment solutions. Additionally, I'm passionate about advocating for policies that encourage sustainable alternatives to single-use plastics. Habitat protection is another crucial aspect of marine conservation. I envision myself studying the delicate balance of coral reef ecosystems and working on strategies for restoration and sustainable fishing practices. At the current rate, plastic is expected to outweigh the ocean by time 2050. That gives us less than 30 years to reduce our pollution levels. Year after year, our animals are strangled by our plastics. Roughly 100 million marine animals die each year from plastic waste alone. 100,000 marine animals die from getting entangled and suffocated in plastic almost yearly. Not only are the animals endangered, the plastics give off chemical pollution. Almost all plastics are made of plant warming fuels such as oil, gas, and even coal. The plastic sits in our water and the heat expands the plastic allowing it to give off the toxins. Plastics also create microplastics whilst sitting in our water. This poisons ground water and causes health issues due to the carcinogenic chemicals of it. The chemicals intervene with the body’s endocrine system causing reproduction, development, and immune disorders within humans and wildlife. Plastic in the oceans may also interfere with the ocean's capacity to absorb and sequester carbon dioxide, creating another pathway through which plastic pollution contributes to and accelerates climate change. Ultimately, saving our oceans requires a collective and passionate effort. While I'm committed to contributing through my studies and future career, everyone can contribute. Supporting organizations that are working on ocean conservation, reducing our own plastic consumption by using plastic alternatives, and spreading awareness are all vital steps towards a healthier ocean.

In the tapestry of life, we often encounter individuals who leave an enduring mark on our souls, shaping ourselves and guiding our paths. While I may not have had the privilege of such a deep connection in my childhood, I have always harbored an unyielding passion for extending a helping heart to those in need. Growing up in an environment devoid of positive influences, I found peace in the belief that even the smallest acts of kindness could make a world of difference. Despite the challenges I faced, my resolve to make a positive impact never wavered. I sought opportunities to volunteer at local libraries. Through these experiences, I witnessed firsthand the transformative power of compassion and empathy. Each person I encountered, regardless of their background or circumstances, had a unique story to tell, and I was humbled by the resilience and strength they displayed in the face of adversity. As I delved deeper into the world of service, I realized that true fulfillment came not only from providing material support but also from forging genuine connections with those I helped. By taking the time to listen, offer words of inspiration, and simply be a shoulder to cry on, I discovered that I was not only making a difference in their lives but also enriching my own in immeasurable ways. The act of giving became a reciprocal exchange, where I received just as much as I offered. Over time, my passion for service evolved into a unwavering commitment to social justice. I decided that I wanted to help those who felt the same loneliness as myself. Taking the time to get a masters degree in Social Work was solely inspired by my troubled endeavors as a child and witnessing the people I loved struggle. Today, I stand on the cusp of adulthood, filled with a profound sense of gratitude for the experiences that have shaped me. While I may not have had a single individual who profoundly impacted my life, I have been blessed with the unwavering support of countless mentors, friends, and community members who have inspired me to pursue my dreams and make a difference in the world. Many of my current teachers believe in my dreams. Their belief in me has given me the courage to continue onto my journey for social work, embrace challenges, and strive to be the best version of myself. As I embark on this new chapter of my life, I am confident that the lessons I have learned and the connections I have gained will continue to guide me. I am eager to use my voice, my skills, and my passion to advocate for those who are voiceless and to create a more just and equitable society for all.

I envision myself as a compassionate and trusted counselor in a civilian role in the army or in a hospital setting. I hope to use my degree in Social Work to help people feel closer for their past endeavors. I want to help people realize there’s more to life than bubbling hatred and the unfortunate feeling of sadness. I specifically chose the Social Work path because I am deeply passionate about helping those who are in dire circumstances with their mental health. I envisioned myself possibly having a job in as a civilian counselor in the army so I can help the children on military bases or help the soldiers who may need it. The opportunity to serve in a civilian capacity within the military truly resonates with me, as I am hoping to provide support to children, parents and soldiers who have endured the horrors and sacrifices of military life. I live in an unfortunate area of town and not a lot of our people have access to mental health services, whether that be a physical way to get there or their medical care. That has ignited a deep desire to improve mental health services availability and ride shares. The long term goal extends beyond my profession. My goal is to be able to push my community and people to be better. I hope to be able to teach young children and adults to recognize that gangs and negative stereotypes aren’t the only way of living and that it’s not the only thing their life entails. Many people believe that all they’re good for is this dangerous activities, and that they’ll never succeed in anything else and I hope to be able to help them change that thought process. I hope to leave a positive impact on my community and its people. I envision myself as a mentor and advocate, guiding young people toward paths of success and fulfillment. Additionally, I will use my degree to help adults with grief that they struggle to recover from on their own, providing them with support and resources to aide their recovery. Although the hurt will be everlasting, I want people to feel a sense of relief and happiness for their loved one. Through my dedication to make a positive impact, I am confident that I will be able to make a lasting contribution to my community and the lives of countless individuals.

In five years, I envision myself as a compassionate and trusted counselor in a civilian role in the army or in a hospital setting. I hope be in a financial position to have bought a house by then. Within the next decade, I am confident within myself to be established firmly as a counselor within my job. I envision myself being dedicated on improving lives of those in need. I will be donating goods and volunteering my time to people who need it. While I do not currently plan on having children, if I one day change my mind within those ten years, I am open to having a child and they will be adopted. I would choose adoption so that I can help a child who needs support and a sense of security. I recognize the joy that comes with having a child and the fulfillment providing a loving home to them. I specifically chose the Social Work path because I am passionate about helping those who are in unfortunate circumstances with their mental health. I envisioned myself possibly having a job in the civilian the army so I can help the children on military bases or help the soldiers who may need it. The opportunity to serve in a civilian capacity within the military truly resonates with me, as I am hoping to provide support to children and soldiers who have endured the horrors and sacrifices of military life. I live in a dodgy town and not a lot of people have access to mental health services and that has ignited a deep desire to improve mental health services availability. The long term goal extends beyond my profession. My goal is to be able to push my community to be better. I hope to be able to teach young children to recognize that gangs and negative stereotypes aren’t the only way of living and that it’s not the only thing their life entails. Many people believe that’s all they’re good for and that they’ll never succeed in anything else and I hope to be able to help them change that thought process. I envision myself as a mentor and advocate, guiding them toward paths of success and fulfillment. Additionally, I see myself helping adults with grief that they can’t recover from on their own, providing them with support and resources to aide their recovery. Through my dedication to make a positive impact, I am confident that in five to ten years I will make a lasting contribution to my community and the lives of countless individuals.

I admire Zendayas fashion and acting aspects. I grew up watching her in Shake It Up Chicago, K.C Undercover, Spider Man movies, and The Greatest Showman. I hope I can see her upcoming role in Dune. Zendaya has a creative and unique sense of style when it comes to clothing, and I adore her fashion sense. Zendaya is a great role model for little girls. In such roles as Shake it Up Chicago, Zendaya often wore struck bold colors and layers. I often tried to replicate those color palettes and layers patterns to look like her. It was inspiring to grow up as a little girl with no good role models to see Zendaya succeed. To see a young woman in such powerful roles is inspiring and admirable. I admire the fact that Zendaya is in a career where a lot of women are belittled, but she’s still rising the ranks. Zendaya received recognition from Times Magazine for being one of the one hundred most influential people of 2022. She plays in many roles in popular movies and shows, Zendaya is such a career oriented woman. Not only is that inspiring and admirable, it shows that women can succeed in Hollywood without being torn down by sexism.

When I was a child, some very unfortunate events happened to me and I felt alone. I felt as if no one cared enough to notice whether I was alive the next day or not. As that child, I remember feeling disgusting and unworthy. I was often told that I had nothing to be upset over. No one knew what happened to me until I opened up about it in 2020 because I protected my perpetrator in favor of their own mental health. Regardless of whether my family knew or not, belittling my experience caused me a lot of issues along the line. I felt like a burden for my own mental health. When I was thirteen years old, I would often talk people out of their lowest moments, whether that be suicide, harming themselves, or even just crying. Even to this day, I’m still guiding my mother along the path of healing and responding better to criticism. My mother claims she’s a better person than she was before she received custody of me again. Mental health is beyond important to me because there’s still that unyielding feeling of disgust and sadness within me. I had and still have family members with severe mental health conditions, and it’s painful to know there’s people around the world who are in the same boat and feel alone. I often still open myself up to others online so they can vent and feel a sense of support. I advocate for those with mental health issues online in places like Facebook, online forums or even in person. I’m currently working on destigmatizing mental health and its consequences with those around me. It’s very easy to look at a person who is different from us and discuss their looks without thinking about their experiences and why they may be that way. I specifically enrolled into college for the Social Work career to help those in dire situations. I would love to be able to help people who felt the same way as me and who struggle to keep their head above water. I want to be the person that I and many others needed. There are people all over the United States who need someone to believe they can be better. They need to have support behind them to make their journey easier. I’m always actively looking for ways to help out within nonprofit mental health facilities within my community, to just lend a hand to make things easier for others.