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I chose Dionysus because he symbolizes full hedonism and the rejection of societal norms and pressures. While I am not a hedonist myself, I believe that the freedom of thought and the inherent equality promoted in his philosophy of "enjoy and let enjoy" is beautiful in its simplicity and important to observe in order to respect the agency of others and promote happiness. -Miriam

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I don’t so much identify with Hades as he is my favorite of the Olympians even though he doesn’t even live on Mount Olympus. One of the reasons I love him is solely because of his three headed dog Cerberus. His backstory is also pretty cool, after helping defeat the titans he got stuck with ruling the underworld through a drawing of lots and has gone mad since. He even knows this and its one of the reasons why he rarely goes to earth so he doesn’t expose his chaos to humans and the other gods. While he technically decides what Humans do in the afterlife, he leaves most of his grunt work to his fates. He is a very altruistic god that brings balance to the human world. He is only harsh when souls try to leave or people try to cheat death.

-Michael Mrizek

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I chose Hermes, God of travel, persuasion, and diplomacy. I like traveling but I also see myself as a diplomat of sorts.  I am the friend who just wants everyone to get along.
Thomas

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I identify with Apollo the due to the fact that I have been able to learn the most extensively about him. While he most famously known for his representation of light, sun, and artistic ventures, some of his lesser know attributes include healing and protecting the young. As someone looking to get into the occupational therapy with pediatrics, I relate most closely with this part of his representation. However, I've also always felt a strong connection to his qualities of lightness, loyalty, and creativity as well. Can't say with his cruelty particularly resonates with me, but it's comforting to find realistic fault in a celebrated figure.
-Katie Miller

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I identify with Artemis the most due to her independence and devotion to the natural world. I value my autonomy and, as an environmental studies major, want to pursue a career that addresses issues that are harmful to the environment and vulnerable populations.
- Viviana

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I chose Herems, the god of diplomacy, persuasion, and travel. I like the fact that he’s a tricky god who can get his way through persuasion or through wit.  Either way, he gets what he wants with speed and efficiency.  I like to think I do the same.

-Jeremy

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I chose Zeus because he is a leader, and also is sympathetic in his own unique way. He seems like he is straight to the point, and gets things done when they need to get done which is how I am in my daily life.

-Daniel Maloy

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Hestia is the God of heart and domestic affairs and home. I would say that I relate to hestia most. Throughout her life she put her family and her familial ties first, before anything else. Throughout my life I make decisions which often put my close friends and family and their wellbeing first in this way I relate to her.

Hannah

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The God of light and sun has a certain appeal, however, I think his association with music and poetry fits best with my character. His classical depictions of a youthful man make him more relatable to myself, as a young man. I try to think towards his attributes of loyalty and love for his friends and family as something to look up to. However, its important to keep the faults of the Gods in mind, and so his sometimes selfish and arrogant behavior is something to keep in mind, as it is always right to check oneself against these. Regardless, I look to his creativity and his great artistic ability as similar to my own.

-Neil

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Oldest of the Gods, the only one of the Olympians that doesn't live on Olympus and instead broods alone. Solitary and ill-tempered.
-Matus

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I'm not sure "identify with" is quite the right term, but Hades has always been my favorite of the Olympian gods.

As the oldest brother he should have been king of the gods, but because he was trapped in his father's stomach while Zeus was out preparing a rebellion, they drew lots. Leaving him not only without his rightful crown, but practically exiled to the underworld. Destined only to be worshiped by a few edgy cultists. Despite this he's actually a better person than either of his brothers. However, he's continued to get shafted in modern adaptations that always turn him into the Lucifer to Zeus' God. (See Clash of the Titans and Disney's Hercules).

Anyway, I always found his personal trials moving and his encounters with Heracles really intriguing.

Also, he named his fearsome three-headed guard dog "Spot". I mean, come on, he's such a softie.

- Olivia

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It seems odd to compare myself to a greek goddess or god, but I found Athena to be the closest to my own character. She is a very strong woman and is knowledgeable in many areas. She helps others and is independent in her own right. She has many redeeming qualities to strive towards. She is not stuck in one simple area, but branches out in many directions. She knows how to hold her own, as the saying goes.

-Justine

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I think that I identify most with the Goddess Hestia the most. She works hard to protect the people around her, and to be a kind and genuine person who is non-judgmental and forgiving of others. It seems to me that Hestia is constantly striving to be the best she can be, while not trying to overshadow anyone else or make them feel inferior. These are all things that I try to do and be in my everyday life.
-Ciara

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I identify most with Poseidon simply because he is the god of the sea. Although I wouldn't consider myself "easily offended" or "competitive," I do have a more stubborn, temperamental side that comes out most when I'm around my family. Poseidon doe help his friends sometimes when they are in trouble, and I'd say I have a tendency to do that as well.

Claire

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I think I identify with the Olympian god named Dionysus because he is the god of wine, which I believe is very important to mankind, and festivals. In addition, Dionysus traveled a lot and had many journeys that shaped him to be the god that people know him to be. I also like to think that I am a traveler as well, although I hope that there will be plenty more journeys in store for me.

-Genevieve

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I would say that I identify the most with Athena, Olympian goddess of wisdom, strategy, warfare, and skill. Reading about Athena’s intelligence and expertise in strategies and discipline made me reflect upon my own desire to plan things and stick to a routine. On top of her rational way of approaching things, I was fond of Athena’s compassion and caring for others, such as helping heroes in their own journeys. I also like to help people achieve their goals, with whatever advise or expertise that I am able to offer them.
-Jonathan

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Reading through the descriptions, I realized I did not particularly care for any of the Greek Gods, but I chose Athena because she is the one who seems the most connected to reason and in turn justice then the majority of the other Gods and Goddess. Athena is the god of wisdom, strategy, warfare and skill. I personally act as an advice giver to all my friends, and have often been told I am very wise for my age. I also am categorized as a "strategic thinker" and tend to plan out any course of action before going through with anything- i've rarely been called spontaneous. Like Athena, I value a woman's right to her body and cherish  one's ability to choose what is their personal right course of action. While at times vengeful, Athena seemed the most level headed of the Gods and, and while I am also at times petty, I tend to be level headed most of the time.
-Isis

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I would say that I identify with the Goddess Artemis the most. What stood out the most to me about her is that she was very independent and confident which made her a fierce warrior and often uncontrollable by other gods and goddess. She is a goddess that should not be messed with.This characteristic is most salient to myself. I feel like I am independent in many ways in which it makes me confident with where I am going in life. I also like how she protects young girls. It correlates to the fact that I WILL become a lawyer superficially in sexual assault and violence cases. Also she spends a lot of her time in nature. I am one to find a safe space outside with nature. It is where I can escape stresses. -Alexia

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I identify the most with Apollo, he's the sun god and he's associated with prophecy and music. I've been really interested in the Nietzscheian conceptualization of the Apollonian artist, sculpting art from the images of dreams. He's also the god of sunlight, (that being a good imagistic representation of consciousness). Apollo is known for his loyalty to family and friends, and I consider myself to be that too. Plus my name is close enough to Apollo that I figure it fits. Lastly, Apollo is known for his love of music. I'm kind of an elitist about music, I try to find beauty in things I wouldn't normally consider and I'm not afraid to voice my distaste for things that sound bad.

-Paolo

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Roman name: Mercury
My last name: Mercurio

I identify with Hermes for several reasons; name, abilities, and poetry. My last name is Roman and essentially means messenger God.  In addition to that, he parallels some of the abilities of my spirit animal, in that, he can travel between worlds; I used to travel  around a lot
(7 different schools by 7th grade). Also I have always been passionate about bout music and dance. In fact, I used to teach hip-hop choreography classes in Los Angeles CA. Hermes is also a patron of poetry, and on occasion, I can bust out flow - and drop bars.

-- Chris

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I identify most with Hermes, the god of travel, also known as the messenger of the gods. Being able to travel to and explore new places is one of the things I am most grateful about life. I chose this picture because Hermes is traveling above the sea and land with birds that represent freedom and adventure. To me, the god of travel represents an aspect of myself that I hold dear to my heart. Discovering and exploring new and breathtaking places is what I live for. I find harmony, peace, and serenity when I come across amazing views of the ocean, mountains, lakes, and trees.

- Rosel Hermita

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I believe that I identify best with the "second generation" God, Hermes. Hermes is known to be as the God of travel, trade, diplomacy, persuasion, writings, and most importantly (at least in my case) athletics. I relate to Hermes the most in the aspects of travel, persuasion and athletics. I also found a connection to Hermes because of the image of Hermes below that reminded me of the Goodyear wing-foot logo, to me this logo symbolizes athleticism and speed of an athlete, tying it all back to Hermes. While looking around google and reading different things about Hermes I came across a good motto/phrase that summarizes him: "I'm punctual. I work out. I trick people."

-Santi