This paper will discuss the two different types of role models, both positive and negative, and why they are crucial for a person’s mental and physical development. I will define what a positive and negative role model is to me, and will also discuss how a negative role model is not someone who is a bad influence, but rather someone who’s mistakes can be learned from in order to prevent someone else from making the same mistake in the future. This paper will talk about my positive role model, Shannon Smith, my negative role model, Amanda Bynes, and why they have influenced me and how they have impacted my life, making me the person that I am today. In this paper, I will also discuss how they have become the people that they are today, and will include personal experiences that I have shared with my positive role model, and mistakes that I have learned from because of the choices that my negative role model has made that have had an unfavorable impact on her future.
Shannon Smith and Amanda Bynes: A Positive and Negative Role Model
The simplest definition of a role model is a person looked to by another as an example to be imitated
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Not only does she display all of the characteristics that a positive role model should have, but she embodies them as her own. She is a compassionate, honest, and optimistic leader, who does what is right, even when no one is looking. From a young age, people have asked me what I wanted to be when I grew up. Although my answer has changed from an RN, to a diabetic educator, to an endocrinologist, one answer has never changed, that I want to be like my aunt Shane. I want to help alleviate other’s pains, I want to be truthful and sincere, I want to hope for the best, I want to be able to take charge when it is needed, and I want to do what is right, not because someone is watching me, but because I believe that that is the right thing to
The term "role model" may evoke images of superheroes, celebrities, or famous athletes. Positive role models are needed to give humans some type of direction in life, but what about a negative role model? A negative role model can be just as helpful as a so-called “positive” role model. It can be useful to look at an unpropitious person and use him or her as an example of what you do not want to become. The House on Mango Street, written by Sandra Cisneros, allows the reader to realize what a negative role model can teach. The main character Esperanza has a variety of role models in her life, some favorable and some unfavorable. Many are trapped in abusive relationships, waiting
A role model is an irreplaceable person who often has a following of people who attempt to emulate their actions and reactions. They often are in places of authority or, rather, noble in the eyes of their attendants. Role models yield a lot of value in many societies proven through literature in “The Color of Water” by James McBride, observations of mentors both in history and the present, and my personal experience with leaders who I appreciate.
"When we're young, it sometimes seems as if the world doesn't exist outside our city, our block, our house, our room. We make decisions based on what we see in that limited world and follow the only models available” (Moore, 178). Role models play a very big part in shaping an individual and deciding which route they take in their lifetime. In both of the Weses’ life, role models contributed to why they both turned out so differently. Wes Moore, the author, had strong and positive influences in his life that helped guide him on the right path to become a successful adult. However, the other Wes Moore had many influences in his life that, not intentionally, guided him down the wrong path.
True role models are those who possess the qualities that we would want to have in the near future and those who interest us in a way that make us want to be a better person. They teach us more about ourselves and encourage us to make better choices. A role model is not just someone who is successful, but someone who has had similar experiences that we have had. In the novel To Kill A Mockingbird, Harper Lee demonstrates that Atticus Finch is a true role model. Over the course of the novel, Atticus stands up for his beliefs, respects everyone despite who they are and behaves as a true father. Atticus is truly the ideal role model.
I love to inspire others and be a positive role model. My older sister is a positive role model in my life. She is a college student attending St. Edward’s University and following her dreams. I strive to be a role model for my younger sister as my older sister was for me. I also want to be a good role model for my peers, my school and my community.
RE: Martin Luther King Jr According to the Oxford Dictionary a role model is A person looked to by others as an example to be imitated. People can be role models for many different reasons. Reasons for being a role model can range from someone giving money to charity or someone saving a cat from a building on fire. You can also be a role model for being courageous, compassionate and caring.
A role model is a person whose behavior, example, or success is or can be emulated by others, especially younger people. Professional athletes
Everyone has a role model, whether they think about it or not. We all admire a friend, family member, celebrity, or teacher and look up to them. A seventh grade project fueled my fascination with Marilyn Monroe. With her platium blonde hair and cherry red lips she is not only beautiful, but she is smart, hardworking, confident, and independent.
Most people would say that in order to be considered a good role model, you first need to be considered a good person. A good person is typically a person who has empathy for others, tries their best to make good decisions, and follows the law. After reading this description, of what a good person is, celebrities would not typically be the first group of people that would pop into your head because of their bad reputations, but that doesn't mean that all public figures are known for their bad choices. Celebrities should be famous for their talents and skills in some sort of field, or they could just have a great life story and have done great things in their life which inspired people to do the same. After all, everyday people run red lights all the time and no one would ever know, but the moment a celebrity gets one traffic ticket, it will be instantly posted all over every single magazine and news station. Public figures should be considered role models because, many public figures can serve as inspiration to do great things and a great example of what can happen if you make bad decisions.
From the moment babies are able to walk they are influenced by older people in the world. Kids look up to people because there hair, sport ablitity,clothes,people skills. Having a good postive role model in children and young adults to being a parent. Stephen curry is my role model because he is a outstanding althlete , an sublime teammate, and is a high awarded basketball player.
A role model is an important asset that can be recognized as a friend or simply an example of how to live one’s life. Danielle, my older cousin, was one of my closest confidants and most respected model within my childhood memories. She was once a studious and driven young women who had a bright future. Sadly, she gradually became misguided by the lies and tyranny of this harsh world. Danielle is no longer a role model for me as her once compassionate heart has turned cold from her hinderance in maturity.
In 2017 of today is considered to be a modern-day world, now mimicry has been made easier than ever before. In society, role model placement is as mysterious as Atlantis sinking into the ocean never to be seen again. Rediscovering origins of role models, asking when did this idea come into play, seems as if that question can be endlessly asked. Often considered as a person who fits all a requirements of a certain area. While in that process, can lead to a mental state that is much more dire than would be thought
Role models have an astounding effect on the lives of young people in our society. A role model has the ability to shape the views, ideals, and actions of a young person. Role models help youth to discover how they wish to become in the future. The influence that role models have over young people is tremendous. It is important for role models to be positive and responsible in instilling good morals and values because future generations are directly dependent on the role models of today. By examining the influence of role models, role models in the community, and role models in the media, we will be able to determine the true effect that role models have on the lives of youth.
Throughout someone’s life they have a role model that they look up to and admire. Whether it be a super hero, a relative, or even a friend, they still look up to that individual. My role model comes in the form of a five foot five man, with short black hair, and a face just like mine. He’s my father and even though he’s no super hero, he’s still definitely the person I look up to the most. Whether it be supporting my dreams, needing someone to talk to, or needing a ride to a date, he’s always there for me. When it comes down to it he’s the person I admire most, my role model, father, mentor, and most importantly my friend.