Everyone in the world needs a hero, someone who they can look up to. Heroes can inspire people, make them feel secure or comfort them. My hero is Shawn Carter, also known as Jay-Z; he inspires me in multiple ways which is why I chose him as my hero. His life story, confidence, passionate music, and talent all inspire me.
When we think of the ghetto, we think of a place that does not exist, made up because we never experience it. We are aware that it is very dangerous, but we never see it with our own two eyes. In Shawn's eyes, this was everyday life for him, to see a lot of violence and illegal actions. Shawn was born in Brooklyn, New York on December 4th, 1969 in the Marcy House projects. The Marcy House projects were government funded
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He did not have any connections, and he started off alone with his own business. Later as he became more famous, he was signed by other big companies and his soon to be career began.
Modernly, Shawn is donating an abundant amount of money to charity; he also has his own charity called the Shawn Carter Scholarship fund, which donates to the Marcy projects in New York. Shawn is my hero because he overcame adversity, became successful, and uses his wealth to donate to good causes. This inspires me to believe in the quote, "anything is possible" as I think of Shawn's life timeline.
Jay-Z has influenced the lives of many people including myself. Music is a very big part of my daily life, as I cannot go through one day without listening to any song. I was born and raised on music. Music is a process that cleanses my soul, and whenever I listen, I think about the deeper meaning of life. It may be awkward to think that Rap music can accomplish that, but for me it can. I listen to Jay-Z the most, as it is good music, but also because he has meaningful lyrics behind his songs. For example in the song Young Forever he says, "Fear not when, fear not why, fear not much while we're alive, life is for living not living up tight, see ya somewhere in the sky, fear not die, be alive for a million years, bye bye." I translate that line into, live life by the moment, enjoy every second, and do not worry about the future. Lyrics like
To begin one of my heroes comes from one of my favorite shows Naruto. Rock Lee is a fictional character that has been a gigantic inspiration to me personally. Since I started to watch this series I have been motivated to workout and get in shape. Rock Lee’s character connects with me since he has acquired his mental and physical strength from hard work which correlates with what I am doing. Emotional Rock Lee is my hero for giving me the ambition to complete my goals and dreams. Also, not just sitting there waiting for things to happen for me. My hero is relatable to what I am doing now (working out) and can be relatable to anyone who is trying to start from the bottom then work their way to the top. Rock Lee’s emotional effect on my life as a hero has been strength and guidance. Without this sudden inspiration, my entire lifestyle would be different, I would just be playing basketball occasionally, watching Youtube and eating unhealthy. Rock Lee has helped me turn my life around. If I ever feel like I need a boost of motivation or joy, I remember Rock Lee. All in all, being a hero isn’t always saving the day; a hero can help put you on the right track by saving you in the long run.
Who is your hero? If that question was asked to a group of people, some might think of loved ones or family, and some may talk about doctors, firemen, or even a teacher. However, most would probably say their hero was some celebrity or star athlete. While some celebrities and athletes can justifiably be labeled "heroes", there are some people who may appear to be heroic, but lead a completely different life off the field.
Heroes come in all shapes and sizes. They can be fictional or nonfictional. Maybe a hero is a child or possibly an ordinary person. People can also have multiple heroes. Whenever I think of my current hero, Andre Bryant comes to mind, he helped, connected, and a hard worker.
What do you think of when you hear the word “hero”? You probably think of Superman or Batman, superheroes like them. Well, you don't have to save the world from a villain to be considered a hero. I’m going to tell you a little bit about my personal hero and his life.
My hero is Rick Taylor, my grandpa. He is my hero for many reasons, and I very much so look up to him. He is kind to everyone around him and helps out in any way he can. Sometimes it’s just simple little things like helping my grandma cook or clean up, or taking
Heros are just ordinary people who are extraordinarily selfless, honorable, and strong. They are people we walk by everyday who strive to improve the quality of other people’s lives. A hero is not motivated by dollars but by hope. Hope that they can make their mark on the world and can carry others to a place better than where they reside. True heros, from superman to your own personal hero, all have one power, the power to touch hearts and
Everyone has a hero who they are inspired by and who they look up to and mine is a fictional character named Naruto Uzumaki of the hidden leaf because he would never give up, do anything for his friends and family and he always gives it his all. Firstly Naruto is my hero because would never give up no matter what the odds may be. For example when Naruto was a child he was hated on by the village and people wanted him killed but Naruto never gave up on his dream on becoming their leader and eventually when he grew up he saved that same village which lead him to being accepted by many people. This is important because no one would even talk to Naruto as a kid. All though Naruto managed to find some people who thought differently who had heart
One person that I would classify as being a hero would be Oprah Winfrey. The reason for this is because over the years, Oprah Winfrey has donated millions of dollars to others. One time she donated over 7 Million to a school in Africa so the kids can get an education. She also has created the Oprah’s Angel Network and donated over 80 million to nonprofit organizations around the world. Oprah is a true hero; she is always giving to the poor and needy all around the world without question.
When it comes to heroes, there are many people who come to mind, but the ones that are most special to me are the ones who work towards making our planet and ocean better. Animals and oceans are huge interest of mine and celebrities that use their platform to help create a better tomorrow are always heroes in my eyes. Three of these celebrities that are heroes of mine are Ellen DeGeneres, Angelina Jolie & Maroon 5 but more specifically Adam Levine.
Firstly, a real hero is always caring toward other people. For example, Walt DIsney was an extremely caring person, and that trait was passed onto the children that he inspired. He was described as “A man whose modest mission was simply ‘to bring happiness to the
When the word "hero" is spoken, everyone has different thoughts. Some will think of super powers like flying and saving people from villains; while others have a certain person they know or have heard of that come to mind who have done something to make a difference in the lives of others but who is a hero to you? To answer this question you must first ask yourself what a hero is; what comes to your mind when someone says the word. When I am confronted with these questions I always have the same thoughts; smart, strong will power, and someone who stands up for what they believe is right.
Words are powerful beings. They can have good negative connotations, but some words are worse than others and should never be uttered. One word in particular instills fear in all who hear it. A word that is mentally draining and debilitating. That word is cancer. Unfortunately in my short 19 years-of-life, I've heard that word three times. I heard it at six years old when my mother first came down with it and at nineteen when my father and grand-father were diagnosed. It’s not just some disease, or medical condition. The definition of Cancer isn’t as simple as dictionary.com states; “a malignant and invasive growth or tumor tending to recur after excision and to metastasize to other sites.” To those who have been diagnosed, and to the families who have seen their loved ones in a terrible state of being, think that the word cancer is much more. Ever since my mother’s passing, I've related that word to something bad, to the pain of a loved one, to the breaking down of a life and to the start of many responsibilities...it's a death sentence. Never did I think I would hear that word again after my mother Paula, but life never ceases to throw people a curveball.
What does make a hero a hero? Is it there looks? Alternatively, maybe is it their personality? However, the question is what are those essential qualities that make one a hero? Different people require different heroes to look up to or try to emulate. However, whoever it may be, they all possess certain qualities. My hero is my mother, for the reason that she is selfless, compassion, and courage. That kind of selflessness can often be premeditated, since concentrating on others' needs often winds up helping one accomplish one’s own goals. However, a heroic leader does so without any anticipation of a return. The display and concern show the care one has for others. This can often apparent itself in strong but gentle actions planned to increase the lives of others. Courage and bravery come to mind first when we think of heroism. However, it is difficult to achieve anything truly heroic unless one is up against overwhelming chances. As Nelson Mandela put it, "Courage is not the absence of fear, but the triumph over it." These minor acts of heroism rarely attract any notice. A true hero is always sympathetic, benevolent and shows a great deal of compassion and sympathy to those poorly or in agony. He or she keeps away judgements; that are oriented to the self and embraces an attitude that serves others.
When I was young, my father and I would always spend the summer on the glistening white sand of the beach at the end of the road. We would splash knee-deep in the cold waves, kicking the water so that droplets of water sparkled like crystals in underneath the warm sun. We would lay on our backs and admire the sky and watch the clouds swirl into marvellous shapes. We would build sandcastles that had moats and bridges and imaginary soldiers that would spar with thrusting swords and swinging shields. These picturesque days went on and on. They were a constant cycle of deep blue skies, imprinted on my mind. My oldest memories are all full of my father in these moments, as he played in the warm sand and stretched out his frown lines. Now, as I stand on the very same beach, moving my toes in the same warm sand, fifteen years on, I can’t help but miss it. Miss him. I can’t help but miss him regardless of the pain he injected into himself and everyone else who cared about him in the years leading up to him leaving.
A popular question asked to young children is: What do you want to be when you grow up? Many find inspiration in being the hero at the end of the day like that firefighter saving everyone from the burning building. I was one of those kids who wanted to be that hero, who dreamt of saving the world, one small step at a time. My path to discover what my “hero” role in this world would be was not an easy task but it stems from my roots, my family. Back in the mid 1980’s, the first generation of my family, which includes my parents and many of my aunts and uncles, left their home country of Cambodia and immigrated to the United States. During this time, they were determined to escape the horrors of the Khmer Rouge regime and create a