Uthra Ramachandran I am a determined and devoted student who has always been excelling, but during my 8th-grade summer, something happened to me that changed my life and high school years dramatically-I was diagnosed with Scoliosis. This was not an easy journey. Initially, I was alarmed and frustrated. I was given a brace and exercises to do to help me get better. The stress from all this annoyed me and made me irritable and angry all the time, but through the help of loved ones, I could get over the condition. Two people that are dear to me helped me get through this tough time, forever changed my life and helped me progress significantly. My dad gave me the guidance and help I needed no matter what the cost. Even if I did not