Everyone has a different social location based on their personal experiences and aspects of their identities. Being a Caucasian, non-religious female, my social location would appear to be like most other Canadian women. Growing up in a small town consisting of dominantly middle-class, Christian families, I have learned that everyone experiences different situations in their own ways, but many people assume that everyone experiences things similarly. In this strongly united community, there were often expectations from people as to how my household should be structured. The general assumption being that my family would be similar to those in my neighborhood: two parents, and siblings from the same two parents. This was not the situation I had
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In my small community, there were times where I was criticized for wanting to work and pursue post-secondary education. Some people would comment on how the boys are the smart ones, and I should stick to dressing up and playing with my dolls. As I grew older, people in my community grew to know me as an ambitious young woman, with a strong work ethic. As my success with my high school education and work experience progressed, the people who had once put me down for wanting to achieve greatness in my life began to support me. Teachers and community members helped me to explore my education and financial options to most effectively achieve my goals. I soon grew to become a leader within my school and helped others to grow to their full potential. Despite the initial negativity towards my personal goals, community members began to understand why I strive to achieve things that some would consider being unattainable. Sometimes people in the community are not supportive, but with time and hard work I learned that their biases can be changed for the better. Small-town Saskatchewan life has proven to be different than big-city life. With the consistent communication, strong beliefs, and familiarity, Langham is a town that has advantages and disadvantages to living in. Through strong relationships I developed in this community, I have seen people grow in their ability to accept others for what they believe in. The community has supported me through many times and helped me to have strength as I pursue my future education and
In my small community, there were times where I was criticized for wanting to work and pursue post-secondary education. Some people would comment on how the boys are the smart ones, and I should stick to dressing up and playing with my dolls. As I grew older, people in my community grew to know me as an ambitious young woman, with a strong work ethic. As my success with my high school education and work experience progressed, the people who had once put me down for wanting to achieve greatness in my life began to support me. Teachers and community members helped me to explore my education and financial options to most effectively achieve my goals. I soon grew to become a leader within my school and helped others to grow to their full potential. Despite the initial negativity towards my personal goals, community members began to understand why I strive to achieve things that some would consider being unattainable. Sometimes people in the community are not supportive, but with time and hard work I learned that their biases can be changed for the better. Small-town Saskatchewan life has proven to be different than big-city life. With the consistent communication, strong beliefs, and familiarity, Langham is a town that has advantages and disadvantages to living in. Through strong relationships I developed in this community, I have seen people grow in their ability to accept others for what they believe in. The community has supported me through many times and helped me to have strength as I pursue my future education and