Remake of Padlet Essay Ideas- Complete at least 5 of the 6 topics. by Dylan Nola

Heritage

dylnola — 2025-02-26 13:02:52 UTC

My primary heritage is Italian and I feel very disconnected from it. Despite culturally appreciating and following some of Italian culture from foods to activities. I don't really fully understand the deeper meaning of the culture and the culture from decades and centuries ago. It impacts my life every day though because my dad is very Italian and goes out of his way to get foods and other things that represent the culture. My identity is impacted a little bit by Italy just in the way that I act and come across as a person. I want to learn more about my culture and my background however because I want to appreciate it more than I do right now. I want to be able to not only live with this heritage but also appreciate and understand it and how it influences my life. My heritage to me though is my life. I wouldn't be the same person I am today without it and without my knowledge of it.

Growth

dylnola — 2025-02-26 13:04:29 UTC

Since I was young I have always had an interest in listening and playing music. I grew up listening to my parents music and slowly adapted to listening to both of my brothers playing their instruments at home and wanted to as well. I had been around such a diverse class of music that once I entered 4th grade I began to listen to my own music as well as play an instrument for myself, the alto saxophone. My pallet in music has expanded since as well as learning the guitar very recently. Music has helped me cope in many ways including stress and enjoyment. This has helped me grow as a person by learning that everyone has different ways they can grow if it is physical, mentally or spiritually. I have grown as a person learning of ways to occupy myself and share my passion with others for their enjoyment.

Losing track of time

dylnola — 2025-02-26 13:06:13 UTC

Something that makes me lose track of time is spending time with people I love. I am a very extroverted person and am always up for a spontaneous adventure or a fun chat with food and drinks that lets my mind escape all of my problems. I believe that even if i'm not interested in the conversation or the plans that it is better to go because time is short and you don't know if you will experience that again. Time is like light when doing stuff with the people you love, you begin to question where all the hours went when it felt like you have been there for only 1 hour. Even when I act introverted occasionally I will still FaceTime or play videogames with my friends where time doesn't exist. It also helps to bring out my true self.

Something someone did for me

dylnola — 2025-02-26 13:12:35 UTC

Something someone did for me was my mom caring for me all my life. For 17 years my mom has always been my biggest advocate in everything I do and always sides with me, pushing me to get better every day. She has given her time, dedication and passion towards me every single day even if she's having a rough day. She always shows gratitude at everything I do and will always tag along on an adventure or a car ride.

Obstacle/Lesson

dylnola — 2025-02-26 13:18:29 UTC

From the second I was born, I faced an obstacle that would shape my life in ways I never expected. Diagnosed with hearing loss in my left ear as a baby at just a few months old. Growing up, words were always something I wasn’t given. Despite the challenges, I never let my hearing loss define me. Throughout the years, my hearing loss has been my drive, yet it has never determined my identity. It has enhanced my resilience, awareness and determination. I’ve gained the ability to tackle problems and discover creative solutions. Overcoming this at such a young age was a huge turning point in my life because many struggle to advocate for themselves especially in school settings.