A impact moment in my life that motivated me to be a better version of myself was when I was failing classes in school due to my mental health. I had given up and had zero motivation to do any work, wake up for school, or even go to school. I saw that my grades were being heavily affected by my actions so I knew I had to fix it and change if I wanted to be able to go to the college of my choice. I started seeking help with assignments I didn't understand or asked for extensions when I needed it. My teachers were very accommodating and understanding. I was able to get my grades up to passing grades to be able to graduate and got accepted to 11 colleges. My mental health still isn't the best and I'm still seeking professional help. I've struggled with bad mental health for a while due to quarantine and having my whole freshman year of high school virtual. I didn't understand why I would feel the way I did but now I am doing a bit better yet I still have my moments when I feel terrible and need space. Another moment is every time I get upset or overwhelmed with something. I begin to shut down due to not being able to handle my emotions when I am overwhelmed. When I shut down, I don't speak to anyone or else I'll come off as rude, I cry, or I'll have an attitude with everyone for no reason. It has ruined some friendships, relationships, and more. I realized that I can't keep letting my emotions and my mental health affect my social life so I started writing down my feelings for in the moment and then I take some time to myself to calm down before talking to anyone or doing anything. I also explain to whoever why I was acting the way I was and apologize for how I acted and what I say when I shut down. I still shut down sometimes but I begin to talk it out with people or just take space and not let anyone bother me while I am trying to let myself recuperate and feel like my best self so I don't ruin my social life anymore than it already is ruined. Mental Health is my biggest struggle but I have a support system to help me through it sometimes.