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A topic that wasn't asked about that has influenced me is sports. Being an athlete, I sort of live and breathe it. I cannot tell you how many people I've met throughout my life through sports. Being with others who have the same passion as you is just awesome. Sports give you a sense of unity, and let you release your competitiveness in a healthy way. Sports give me things to watch on tv, things to talk about, and things to go out and do. I think especially with today's society, that people are lazy and isolated because they are always on there phones. I think that going out and being active with others is a much better alternative.

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I absolutely hate the media. I've learned that all the media cares about is making stories that gather attention and that they will go any length to do so. While they haven't really affected me other than some articles in the newspaper from soccer, the media likes to portray the worst in people. They try to nitpick and critique every flaw of a person. This always hasn't been the case unfortunaely. I learned in US History this year that back when FDR was president, that they never took pictures that exposed his polio or took pictures that would make him appear weak. Today, there's posts ripping apart all celebrities, accusing people of rape, calling people stupid, making fun of the President. However, I do like that social media can gives us information as to what's happening with other people that can be interesting. Social media has made me an observer, and a gossip lover. I don't like tat

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School is so important because it helps build our views and opinions. Seeing other people and there actions and beliefs helps us dictate whether we agree with them or disagree, which then as a result helps define us. For me, it has shown that I am not the hardest worker, so it tells me I need to learn to work harder. It also has showed me things that I'm interested in, for example psychology. Also, school gives us knowledge and is the foundation of what our future will be like. If you don't care about school and take it for granted, then you will not receive a good education and odds are that you will not set yourself up for a good career. School teaches you many things like how to have a good work ethic, and how to be responsible with organizing and finishing homework. A big thing you learn from being a student is how to manage time. Majority of students have other extra curricular activities that they have to attend or do work for so being able to manage time and is essential. I have changed greatly from freshman year because I was so afraid to speak up and ask questions and talk to other people, and now I'm not afraid to ask questions and interact with students. This is probably because I've met most of the kids in my class. I wish I learned how to give presentations though because I'm still nervous to speak in front of the whole class in a formal manner.

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Orientation at my job(otter cove) I think really impacted me the most. I have to say so because it really brought me out of my shell. You see, I'm pretty talkative to people I know and am comfortable, but for the longest time I was fearful of having a conversation with others, especially adults. This experience just had me enter the deep end. But in fact, it actually made me more comfortable with "strangers" and transformed me into someone he isn't afraid to talk to people and adults. Another event that impacted me is tennis team gatherings, like the banquets. These show me that we are a team,  a unit, and a family, and that you need to stick with your family and be supportive of one another. The last societal events that have impacted me are giant family gatherings. These show me the importance of loving others and receiving love. In order for me to become self actualized (yea I went there), I need to feel belongingness and love and when I'm with extended family I always do.

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My family values unity so they want me to be a father and be in a happy family of my own. My parents have taught me to be respectful and hard working when I grow up. What they never explicitly taught me but expect me to do is give it my best in terms of education, occupation, and just adversities in life. My family envisions me being a successful husband and father with a good job that can support a family. No real difference between the views because maybe their teachings have rubbed off on to me and that's now what I want. No idea as to why they are identical.

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People that I admire are people that can sustain a conversation with you, and are respectful. I think nowadays especially with social media, people feel obligated to criticize other people's beliefs. This is very apparent on Twitter, which has turned to a very political place. I think that people are not willing to share a conversation with you if you don't line up with their beliefs. And let's be real, you're not gonna share the same beliefs with another person. It's okay to disagree with other's beliefs you just have to listen and politely disagree. I just think that having different opinions separates people, when in reality it's destined to happen with everyone. Someone I admire in our class is molly because she is respectful and gives her insight into things knowing that not everyone will agree but she's okay with it.

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People that I admire in the media are those who take actions to make a difference without being asked. I think a great example of this is J.J Watt. The man raised over $37 million dollars for the hurricane Harvey victims. Another really cool individual who does a lot outside of his career, is Tom Hiddlestone, who is frequently in other nations, mainly Africa, helping young kids. The last person I admire for taking action is Russel Wilson, who is the QB for the Seattle Seahawks. Every week Russel goes to the hospital and surprises kids with cancer and cheers them up. All three of these people are admirable because they give back, which they really don't have to.

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My family doesn't really have any sort of traditions that we consistently follow. However, I do have a tradition with my friends that every year around Christmas time, we go to Randall 15 together and see a movie. It's really nice because we've been friends since I was a baby. We're all different ages, so over the years we've kind of drifted apart, but this tradition is always a good one to get us to reunite and catch up with one another. I think this tradition is important because it keeps us connected and maintains our friendship

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I think the most important thing for my life is to have a good self-concept/self-esteem which is probably not what you expected to hear. I believe this is the most important thing because if you can't accept yourself, then you are never going to be happy in life. Hate to be so pessimistic, but if you really wanna break it down, all you are really guaranteed/have in your life is yourself. So why not impress the one person that really matters? Your concept of yourself may fluctuate throughout life, but the goal is to keep it positive and upbeat.

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I would define success as raising a family and leaving a positive legacy, one of which my kids/grand kids can respect and aspire to follow.That success starts with making a good living for my family, which I would hope/strive for 6 figures. To continue the success, I would want to have 2-3 children, and raise them to be genuine and good people. How I plan to reach this goal is by attending a prestigious university, along with going and completing med school and finishing up residency. Once I finish all of this and become what I aspire to be (Psychiatrist), then I can shift my focus in finding a companion to spend the rest of my life with and raising children with that person.

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My hero is my dad (Ik very creative). He is a hero to me because he is a man who has worked for everything in life. He grew up poor and didn't have much. He didn't go to college so he had to work incredibly hard to earn his ranks in his company. He has shown me the product of not giving up and busting your ass. I would say that most people like my dad because he's got a good sense of humor and can hold a good conversation with anyone. Everyone should know about my dad because he'll show them that you can achieve anything with enough grit and determination.