What Do I Believe?

Growing up, I have always been taught to abide by the rules, study zealously and diligently, and to be a virtuous person; the same cookie-cutter rules most children are taught. Despite them being completely clichéd, I keep these three basic principles ingrained in my mind, adding more to the list as I went. During my many years of schooling at Fairmont, I encountered many personalities, groups, and individuals all with their own beliefs and even some who didn't have an opinion. Now, as I am getting older, I find myself no longer shielded from some

My values and beliefs have changed over the years and will continue to as I grow and develop as an individual. May main vales and beliefs are as follows:

Additionally, I personally believe that I should see the good in every person, no matter the circumstances. Lastly, I believe that everyone is responsible for their own actions and feelings, and it is essential to focus more on the present moment than worry about the past and/or fear for the future.

What do I believe in? I believe in a lot of different things. One main thing I believe in is everyone has an opportunity to show themselves. What do I mean by that you may ask? What I mean is that if someone messes up in life they deserve a second chance to prove to someone or even themselves that they can do better. George W. Busch says, “America is the land of the second chance - and when the gates of the prison open, the path ahead should lead to a better life.”

Every person believes something different. This is shown throughout religion, rights and politics. Where do we get our beliefs and/or values? Who or what shapes us to be who we are? What do Bryan Stevenson from “We Need to Talk About an Injustice” and Harper Lee from “To Kill a Mockingbird” say where we get them?

Have you ever thought about what you believe in or where your belief comes from? Your beliefs come from your family, what you see on TV or what you here on the radio, and even yourself. Your beliefs reflect who you are and what type of person you are going to be.

I believe in America and the American way of life…in the Constitution and the Bill of

Believed in “Good Thoughts, Good Words, Good Deeds” because it was a proper way to live out your life.

As human beings, we all have our own values, beliefs, and attitudes. These things develop over the course of our lifetime and at any point can change based on an experience that we may have. Our family, friends, community and the experiences we have had all contribute to our sense of who we are and how we view the world.

I had learned these core values from my family, teachers/professors, peers and myself. While I was younger to the age I am now, I was shown how important it is to have strong characteristics that make you a person. Everything I had been through I had lost and gain some of the values along the way of my life. I will admit not all of these came at once; it took much time to see the importance of my life and progress what’s left in it. Most of the time, when I was stuck I’d ask for advice and see how others got

I believe that people are born good and prejudices are taught. I believe that soldiers should earn more money than actors and athletes. I believe that a home cooked meal can soothe the soul. I believe in taking showers at night and not in the morning. I believe that you can choose your family. I believe in what goes around comes around. I believe that true love is worth the wait. I believe that God has a plan for all of us, and we just have to be brave enough to follow it.

I was respectful of others moral and spiritual beliefs although they my have differed from my own.

| I believe in backing up the people I care about, encouraging them, helping them, defending them, and loving them.

These are usually a mix of family values and social-cultural values, together with our own individual ones, according to our experiences.

Everyone has their own unique beliefs and motives that push them through their lives. I have many different beliefs instilled in me that mold my day to day life. These beliefs have been formed either by learning from my parents, or by personal experiences. One major conviction of mine is the pursuit of happiness. There are many ways to strive for happiness, and all people are unique in the fact that no one shares the same goals. My happiness comes from a core of beliefs. Religion is an extremely important part of my life, and I can thank my mother and father for that. Another belief of mine is that hard work pays off; in many situations I have been shown that a good work ethic goes a long way in being successful. I also believe in being an optimist throughout life’s trials and tribulations. Many things can upset me in day to day experiences; however, I believe it to be crucial to obtain a joyous attitude. These beliefs have become priorities to me and carry me through my life, and help me to succeed.