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College Essay Journal: A Mindful Manual for College Applications
By Corinne Smith and Ann Merrell
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From college admissions and advising experts, Corinne Smith and Ann Merrell, comes a Mindful ManualTM to help you navigate the college essay.
Thinking about the future and what you will accomplish in college and beyond is an exciting and thrilling endeavor. Yet, when it comes to college applications, often the most daunting task lies in writing the essays. With all the twists and turns of the college admissions process, writing your story should not be the most overwhelming and intimidating part of the journey.
Equipped with the College Essay Journal, you will become better prepared, focused, and organized as you begin applying to various colleges and universities. Infused with multiple positive and mindful techniques, the College Essay Journal helps to:
* Gather application content and brainstorm essay topics that are important to you
* Build the foundation of your essays by encouraging you to examine and share aspects of your identity, values, and goals through guided prompts
* Slow down the process to allow for true reflection and deep thinking
* And much more
The College Essay Journal is a game-changer. This 30-day Mindful ManualTM is essential in helping to craft an exceptional and authentic college application.
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