How can peer feedback improve my essay?

It helps—if you ask the right people and the right questions. Your best friend might not be your best editor (unless they’re secretly an English teacher). Choose someone who’ll tell you the truth, not just hype you up. Don’t ask “Is it good?”—ask “Is my point clear?” or “Did you get lost anywhere?” Be open to critique without spiraling into an existential crisis. If three people tell you the intro is confusing, it probably is. But don’t lose your voice trying to please everyone. The best feedback highlights what’s working, what’s not, and gives you a roadmap to level up.