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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Many kids are passionate about video games. Doesn't make for a very unique or compell EC.[/quote]

I mean, it can be. Often passion infers depth, not one-dimensional, shallow interest. For example, a kid passionate about video games could get involved into esports. That could lead to volunteering or working at camps related to esports. Or organize local video games tournaments

Maybe the kid is also interested in in coding so learns to create game apps. Or maybe there’s a specific game their o to & they write novels related to the game.

I know little about video games so I’m sure there’s more ways for curious kids passionate about video games to explore that.

Similarly, for kids “mid” at sports. You can volunteer to teach & inspire elementary schoolers your sport. Or volunteer at tournaments. You can ref as a job. You can try to announce or report on high school teams. IMO, losing & getting up & trying again is a useful life lesson.

I think the key is to just encourage kids to be curious. 
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