My life matters because everyone is born for a reason and I am the only Tyler Khani in the world. My family and friends depend on me to be there for them regardless of the circumstance. My life matters because I have a unique purpose, a purpose that I will keep building upon as my life progresses. My life matters because I am a leader that is not afraid to lend a helping hand or stand up for others that are in need. My life matters because I am the son of a Persian father and American mother that need me and my siblings to carry on their legacy. Every morning I wake up knowing that my presence alone is changing and influencing the world around me for the better. Although, I am also still figuring out who I am day by day and trying to understand how I can be better. I am unique, and no one can look at life the exact way I do, therefore I am important even though I am one of billions of humans in this world. My life matters because it is mine and I wouldn’t trade it for the world.