Who am I? That is a very deep question. I think the only way I can answer that truthfully is by saying, I do not know exactly who I am, but I know who I want to become. I want to become a well rounded individual, someone who everyone likes and looks up too. I want to be someone my family can be proud of.…
When asked to define myself in one paper, I find it hard to show the details that I want to in the right light. When asked about my future after high school, I also have a hard time describing everything I want to get done because there are far too many things to name. The quote “ _____” (i want to be everyone and do everything and there isn’t enough life to do it all in) describes me to a tee, and I believe this college is the place I could do this in. Being a shy person for most of my life, many things were difficult for me. Specifically, last summer I had the opportunity for a summer job.…
“Shes coming back right?” a baffled 7 year old asks in response to the appalling news of her mother’s death. A vibrant imagination is accompanied by a crushing pain of reality that trails behind it ; I discovered this when I heard the words “no” . 10 years later, that conversation lingers in my head and holds not a cacophonous nor euphonious sound, but instead holds the neutral tone of reality, an alarm . As routine , at 6a.m., I hear a melodious alarm followed by the pitter-patter of my aunt who is getting ready for work.…
When I think about the boy who I was growing up, the young adult I am today, and the man I plan to be in the forthcoming years, one aspect of my life stands out to me far more radiantly than anything else: my culture, my skin, my identity as a Bangladeshi-American. There aren't many clubs or organization for Bangladeshi Americans such as myself. Make no mistake, there are certainly events for Bangladeshis living in the United states, many that I have attended due to various entreaties from my parents. These are event where the only language spoken is one that I barely speak (Bengali), the only music conversed about is that which I don't listen to or understand, and the only events discussed happen in another country that I have spent only a…
I am someone who smiles Someone always telling jokes to make sure no one thinks something is wrong So no one suspects a thing when they see my smile I am someone who fixes the feelings of those whose hearts are shattering like pieces of glass I am someone who loves to dress up and wear makeup so no one sees how truly I am From the bags from staying up at night to the red from crying, both under the concealer Tears behind my eyeshadow-covered eyelids Cracks underneath my red lipstick And the pain within the mouth that contains whitened teeth…
Who am I? For some people the answer to this question is simple. They are able to answer this question without much thought. However, while some find solace and pride in answering this thought provoking question, it has always stirred in me a feeling of angst and confusion. These uncomfortable feelings emerged because of my interracial background and upbringing.…
What is my Social Identity? My social identity is begins with my deep family roots in my hometown of Riverview, New Brunswick. My upbringing was centered on my family, I take pride in the fact that I was raised in the same home my father was raised. Staying connected with my small-town family roots has left me humble and modest.…
I was born in the Dominican Republic to a nurseryman and my mother was a homemaker. My father had a high school education, while my mom was never allowed to attend school. However, I saw the brilliance in my mother and I know she would have done great things if given the opportunity. We lived in one of the poorest area of Santiago and I would see the struggles of the people around me.…
It is paramount that I know how to interact with others because I cannot avoid talking to other people my entire life. For example, knowing the proper way to communicate with others can help me get my points across and tell others much needed information. One way this affects my everyday life is when I talk to plenty of people on a daily basis. Another way is in the future…
There are a couple of obstacles that have played a major role in me becoming who I am today. I've had naysayers trying to negatively influence my thoughts, and crush my dreams by saying that said I will never amount to anything, or that I should give up on my dreams and get realistic with my goals. A couple years ago I was a completely different person. I was out of shape physically, my academic performance was very poor, and I had a terrible attitude. I improved greatly in athletics and my academic career.…
Being able to listen to others and actually think about what they're saying without rushing onto the next thing or your next response is a very important skill. Having the ability to listen and not always talk can be instrumental in strengthening interpersonal relationships and providing comfort to group members. By learning these skills and improving my personal relationships with others it will give me a strong advantage in the workplace. This will allow me to not only be knowledgable about the work I am doing, but also be able to excel in the human aspect and day-to-day relationships. One of the most important aspects at every level of being a leader is your human interaction so if I can develop a strong foundation there I can use my previous skills in knowledge and problem solving to cover the rest of the aspects of being a great…
The child version of me would probably never have thought I would be where I am today. I was painfully shy as a kid, and would have never thought I would be the leader I am today. Surprisingly, I hold some sort of leadership position in all the things I am involved in. I’m involved in band, Renaissance Club, and Art Club. I never thought I would be the center snare and section leader on my drumline, but what it came down to was the other people on drumline believed I was the best fit for the position.…
It has given me purpose and a reason to keep pushing forward. It has helped give me knowledge, changed the way I see things, and helped me pursue a wholesome and caring life. This part of my identity has shaped the outcome of my future in many different ways. Without this trait I could not be as successful a student, or be close to my family and friends, or have as deep and compassionate feelings towards all people. Identity has built many bridges, destroyed some, and strengthened the foundations of others.…
Such as the use of I-language and perception. By being able to use these skills I will be able to achieve a higher level of competency in communication skills. Furthermore, by utilizing all three of these skills I will also being able to defuse potential conflicts with others that may arise in the future. Moreover, by using communication skills I will also be able to achieve a goal in having more meaningful conversations with…
My brother and I were never fans of sibling Halloween costumes, but if we had been, I’d say the most fitting one would be Peter Pan and his shadow. Cute concept, yes, but not to live. While it may not have been true in reality, I felt I was in my brother’s shadow ever since I can remember. My brother was that kid who got a perfect SAT, was at the top of his class, and got accepted to Stanford - a lot to live up to. As high school came around, I vowed to finally step into my own light, choosing to go to a different high school than he did, my first “adult” decision, but certainly not my last.…