Student Council Research Paper

At every student council conference, each attendee receives a bag full of countless things like lanyards, coupons, pencils, and key chains. But of all the free stuff I've accumulated over the years, my favorite is one little, two inch, bright yellow pin that says, "I am Second". At that specific conference, the keynote speaker informed us that we are suppose to wear it on our shirts and when people read it, they should ask, "Then who is first?". In response, with a cheesy grin and an exaggerated wink, I am suppose to respond, "You are!". Not only will it make the other person chuckle, but it will remind us student council students that we are not here to be served but instead our purpose is to serve others. To this day, I still value this …show more content…
I look at everyone as a part of a bigger whole: humanity. Religious people believe that individuals come from a creator, while non believers think that we are all part of the universe. The two groups may differ greatly in their beliefs, but one thing they agree on is this: Humanity is one. This is the society that I wish to serve and elevate. Thirty years from now, I will look back at my younger self and be proud because I have found what many people my age are still looking for: the true source of happiness, which stems from elevating others and making them the priority. Success does not solely depend on my own accomplishments. It depends on how many smiles I’ve inspired and lives I’ve …show more content…
You want your school to be more spirited? Then go over and above to be spirited yourself. You want your school to be more involved? Then be overly involved yourself. You want your school to have less bullying? Then be kind to every person you see. It really is a simple formula, whatever you want other people to do, do it yourself, with even more zeal than you expect from them. With that truth in mind, most people, including myself, would consider their lives a success if they could say they had changed the world, made a lasting impact, or left a legacy. Regardless of how it is worded, it requires going beyond yourself and having a selfless outlook on life. Thanks to the power of observational learning, when I am radiating and giving my love and kindness to others, everyone that is watching will follow suit. In turn, when those people start spreading the kindness, it produces an endless cycle of doing things for others. Eventually, selflessness will be a trend, and not just an attribute of the exceptionally pious people of the world. Starting this trend is the most fulfilling accomplishment I could achieve. Thirty years from now, I do not want to look back on my life with regret due to lack generosity, humanity or compassion. Instead, I want to remember my efforts in spreading kindness to the