Distinctively from others, I don’t bear a single quality or aptitude that defines me, but instead a collection of traits and skills that make up fractions of my character. In fact, I have somewhat of a list of values and principles that I try to live by. My first and most prominent strength is having a strong work ethic. In fact, I believe this is the most essential trait to have in life, for even though one may not naturally be at an advantage in a particular field of study or in a peculiar task, one may gain the capability and expertise in that subject through hard work and sharp determination. A strong work ethic is what embodies some of the most distinguished figures in today’s society, and is what some of the people in the past have found …show more content…
Also, I never want to settle for becoming average. I deem that we as highly intellectual individuals owe it to ourselves to aspire towards becoming better than everyone else, for we must oppose mediocrity and undertake the task of standing out among the crowd. Similarly, a lack of complacency is necessary to keep moving forward in the path towards success. There will be a point in my life where I wish to look back and be satisfied with what I have accomplished, but for now, my focus is fixed on moving forward onto the next chapter of my journey. In addition, I don’t have a specific talent that defines me, but I do take pride and going above and beyond to achieve academic excellence. Throughout grade school and high school, I’ve academically held myself to a high standard, focusing on quality and diligence, and I’ve consequently been able to obtain an exemplary education. Furthermore, I take pride in my grade point average and my yearly grades, not just because they’re high, but also because they represent the countless hours of vigorous work, study, and preparation that I've invested to become …show more content…
For example, I value family above everything, except my relationship with God. Correspondingly, I comprehend that my family is held together by more than just a bond determined by blood, for in fact my family is bonded through an attachment of souls that lasts well beyond the grave. In fact, family very well includes those who love and will have your back even when you're not paying attention, those who will protect you from even yourself. These may evidently include close friends we meet along our path in life, and even those few mentors we encounter who mold us to be better people. Similarly to my appreciation of family, my relationship with God holds the highest pedestal in my life, for it is that relationship that shines a hope on the everyday struggle to triumph in the odyssey towards happiness. My relationship with God allows me to think clearly, differentiate right from wrong, remove toxic people from my life, and analyze life in a way that I can live with a purpose pointed in the right direction. In fact, it is thanks to this relationship with God that I’ve stayed sane through the problems and complicated dilemmas that seek to conquer my life. Lastly, if there is any skill or trait that defines me, it would be the competitive nature that vanquishes my demeanor when attempting to complete any task. Thus, allowing me to be
I remember Ali saying I just want to be average and it struck a chord within me. Years later, reading Mike Rose’s article made me remember what Ali said and how true it was that all of us, living in different times, just wanted to be average. Walking to geometry class during my sophomore year in high school was definitely a pain. Our new mathematics teacher, Mr. Lee tried teaching us the basics of geometry and pushed us to do well. With daily quizzes and exams, I, along with many other students, felt the pressure increase to do well. With each passing day, Ali and I felt ourselves gasping and drowning deeper and deeper into the hole of despair. Looking at the test scores, I was guaranteed to retake the class the next semester with Ali. Even though my school was hailed as a very good school, I felt like it was not very welcoming. Going back home on the bus, I would hear many other students talk about how they got that A or how that other teacher helped them get a better grade. Maybe, it was just the environment but Ali and I felt that we were being cheated on by the education system. We had both failed the Mr. Lee’s class and had to take another semester of Geometry to our horror and mutual
Tugend, Alina. "For the Best of the Best, Determination Outweighs Nature and Nurture." New York Times 10 Apr. 2010, New York ed.: B6. Print.
Growing up, my parents never expected perfection but expected that I try to accomplish my best. The effort I’ve put forth in learning has been reflected in my grades throughout my high school career. I’ve entered myself in vigorous course work such as AP Government and AP English to become well prepared for my college career, all while maintaining a 4.4 grade point average this year. Not only do I engage in AP classes, but up until this year I had no study halls. I wanted my day to be packed full of interesting classes that I would enjoy learning about. My grades and choice of classes prove the effort that I put forth in my learning. Working hard now can only pay off in the future. Learning now creates a well-rounded human being. Working to learn is why I am so dedicated to my studies now.
The commandments apart of the second table addresses five human values: human life, family, freedom, justice, and property. Many scholars compare the second Decalogue as a bill of rights because of those values it expresses. In order to understand the commandments, you must also understand while gathering some knowledge of the time and culture it was written in. I will discuss the five values based on priority of importance valued by the Israelite people.
Basic Values in Health and Social Care Client’s rights in interpersonal situations It is essential that health care workers should be clear about the values, which underpin health and social care work. These values are the basic beliefs about clients’, rights, which shape attitudes and influence our methods of care. Such values are reflected nationally in The Patients’ Charter. This is a standard against which the care received by all users of the National Health Service can be measured. The main points of The Patients’ Charter are listed below.
“To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you someone else is the greatest accomplishment.” This quote is by Ralph Waldo Emerson. He was a man who always put his education as a top priority, so I highly admire him. As I read this quote, I realized that my greatest accomplishment is something that I am constantly progressing and excelling in, my education. There are three reasons that I will explain as to why my education is my greatest accomplishment. First, education has never been a factor in any of my family member’s lives. Secondly, it took a long time for me to get on track with my educational values. Lastly, I will explain how far my education has gotten me.
In a country as culturally and ethnically diverse as the United States of America it may be difficult to believe so many people from so many different backgrounds could share the same basic set of values. Even if one were to ask any number of random Americans, they would receive varying responses on what their values are. Some may not be able to give a definitive answer. Others could continuously list values without stopping. Although it may appear that there is a broad range of values, taking a closer look one will find that these ideas can be condensed into four major categories. These highly important American values are individualism, equality, competition, and advancement.
There are many different meanings when we type out the word “Values” in the internet. From “importance, worth or usefulness of something” to a “person’s principles or standards of behavior” and “one’s judgement of what is important in life.” (Google) All these meaning have a word in common, important. My meaning to values is what I consider important in my life, simple as that. There are over 100 values in which are all very significant in our daily lives. It is hard to choose just a few values when in reality we all want all of them even if we don’t admit we need it. If I had to choose values, it would be family, happiness, loyalty, honesty, and lastly responsibility.
A value system is a rational set of morals brought up by an organization, society, or an individual as a norm of guidance towards their behaviors (Hebel, 1998). Almost all the time, people depend on these fundamental principles on what is wrong and right. Whether one is aware of it or not, different sets of personal core values vary upon each person. Such values include integrity, authenticity, compassion, courage, and truthfulness to name a few. Your values define who you are. At times, there is a huge gap between how people become aware of their values and the way they live their lives. We can overcome our most difficult beliefs, habits, and challenges by setting them aside and replacing them with the true values that conform to our lives. Anything that is considered destructive or jeopardizing towards our development professionally and personally should be put aside (“How Values,” n.d.). Understanding our core values doesn’t just simply give us direction and guidance towards living a purposeful life, but it gives us sentimental fulfillment and happiness while at the same time bettering ourselves to become better people.
Since ancient times when David and Goliath was fighting for their division people had values. As human beings we never take the moment or the extent to set up a blue print for our beliefs, customs, modes of conduct, qualities, or goals we just have this unspoken language of knowing what they are. However, what if one was assign to write a paper about their values but could only identify three. One may have second thoughts about what he or she decided, I know I did. In this essay I will be answering questions and discussing the top Three values I came to conclusion. The three values that I hold close to my heart are family, richness, and determination. The principles were feed to me throughout my childhood era. During this period, making
I am fortunate to have realized my faith in god in early years of my life and experiences in life have only strengthened my faith; I was born and raised in a small town in India and my elementary to undergraduate education has been from a Christian, catholic school, Convent of Jesus & Mary, a congregation established by Mother Claudine Thevnet who wanted to undertake the education of girls in India. It was in school, I first experienced the introduction to Christianity and my family being Hindu resonated a lot of common values being taught at school. Since there was no conflict in my values learnt at school and those at home, these were only deepened and have become an important part of my personality. As a result of my upbringing and my education, memories of my faith are amongst my earliest. I believe in the presence of god and I believe that god has bigger plans for me. My education and my family has integrated values in me for respecting, accepting, understanding other members of the society. Hinduism taught me how to be respectful and tolerant to others, it taught me that I need to understand that I am a human and I am here to serve and help others in need. There have been times when faced with difficult challenges in life and I have followed the path laid by god, ignorance went away and I found solutions and answers to the problems and challenges that I faced.
During this paper I will explain my values, decision making style, personality type, and goals. Values play a big role in each individual’s daily lives from the day they was a small child to the day they pass away. Although, some people’s values differ does not mean they are less important. A person’s personality will explain how they interact with others, and their strengths and weaknesses. Using deciding styles can help you when making decisions. Also, by setting goals we are more likely to achieve them. Making a goal choosing SMART, we can determine the Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant, and Time-Bound to develop a reasonable goal.
...ing myself and how I operate. To have the ability to get up each morning and start my day feeling alive because of my health shows how meaningful this value is to me.
“People knew I was different. But not less.” Temple Grandin understood what she had, but she knew she was not less than anyone else. She did what anyone else could do. She knew she could push through everyday, no matter how hard and how long it took. Temple is not different, but she is unique! “We’re focusing so much on academics that we’ve taken out things like, art, sewing, cooking, woodworking, music, and other things that introduce kids to careers.” Temple Grandin is trying to explain and tell the world that it is not all about academics. She had the tremendously strong willpower to prove that what she was thinking was actually right. She wanted people to stop worrying about all academics and more about the arts, sports, and the creativity of all of it. Because if not, only the few students that excel at academics are
Ever since I was young, I have always tried to be friendly and sympathetic- to bring someone to smile an extra time in their day. Throughout my junior and senior year, I was captain of my high school's tennis team. For four weekends, one every month, our team held a tryout tournament. I worked the tournament desk, and greeted the incoming freshman, along with their parents, both with worried looks on their faces. Sitting there at the desk, I reminisced on the nerves I felt that dreaded day of tryouts, so every child that came to the desk to check in, I introduced myself, and welcomed them to the tournament. It was clear to see that I eased their nerves. Even if it lasted only for a second, I knew that my welcoming them helped them feel more at home at seemingly nerve racking event.