Role Model Essay

perfection? Is it a God; a beautiful and successful person like Beyoncé; is it being who you are and loving yourself; or is there no such thing as perfection? The word ‘Perfection’ may as well be a myth, something for us humans to look up to as a role model. There was a time where perfection wasn’t just a word, but a way of life. Castiglione had created the courtier; a courtier was basically the perfect man or woman back in the 1500’s. Even though the courtier was supposed to be the perfect man…

My primary role model undoubtedly would be my mother, after years of persevering through hardships she has managed to constantly stay strong for me and my sister. I have fortunately been surrounded by many inspiring and admirable people in my life but my mom has exhibited an extensive amount of tenacity and adoration which has enabled her to trump any other of my potential role models. My mother’s childhood was very complicated, from an outside view her family appeared to be privileged and…

brutal and degrading environment where they learned to understand human life and human dignity. Barry Bonds once quoted, “Everyone in society should be a role model, not only for their own self-respect, but for respect from others.” People usually look for a role model as a foundation to what they see themselves becominge in the future. These role models may be viewed by society astocan be positive or really negative; but to the person it all has to do with who was really there for them when…

time as a captain. In cross country, I have learned how to be a positive role model for my team. I need to make sure I use good sportsmanship to the members of my team and other teams. One way I do this is by cheering on everyone at a meet. I want to make sure everyone feels like they are encouraged because on days when running is especially hard, it really helps to hear someone cheering for you. I have also been a role model for members of my team by training hard. I have, for the past two…

Sarah Bowen 4th Period November 15,2015 Children in today's society lack proper role models. They don't have anyone to teach them right from wrong. These children have only poor examples to follow. Which results in multiple negative outcomes. Much of these children live in a fatherless or motherless home. In 1960, 92% of homes were headed by two parent families. Today that percentage is 67% Growing up in a home where parents are split up or only living with a single parent changes a…

I reflect on my original paper in addition to class discussions and outside reading I can now say I only had two principals in twenty plus years who I would consider as leaders. In my first paper, I characterized a principal as a strong leader, role model, manager and I would add have to add community leader and change strong leader to a strong visionary leader. As I stated in my initial paper a principal has to be a strong leader, however, now I feel that a principal has to be a strong…

the tortured past of a beloved relative, but I also was able to take what I have learned and put it into a media where her story – her voice – can be heard. I am now here before you to stress a topic that I find crucial in the path to adulthood: role models. Parents, teachers, celebrities, other close relatives; whomever they may be, everyone has a person who they look up to and/or shape themselves after. I am not simply implying that a mentor will help you maneuver through the dense maze of…

MockingBird, Harper Lee has created a very respectable, nearly perfect character named Atticus Finch. Atticus is a big role model because he is not racist and he remains composed, sympathetic and perceptive even in the most trying times. He knows how to be fair and teaches his kids that it’s not okay to do something bad without a punishment. He is without a doubt an excellent role model not only for his children but also for everyone in Maycomb. Atticus is color-blind when it comes to the…

Are all those historical people we look up to actually role models? We can all agree with the fact that we, as a country, have made progress, but can we stand behind the idea that it was all done the right way? As stated by Wilde, disobedience is a valuable human trait because it is a necessity for things to get done. If it wasn't for extreme disobedience the United States would not have progressed once more in such a great manner. Moreover this country, this amazing, modern country, ratified…

Everyone in life has that one person who is a powerful influence that makes significant impact on who they are today. That one person can motivate you, be an outstanding role model or be the most reliable person. My mother is the most important individual in my life because she inspires me to do my best at everything I do. For instance, when I struggle in my schoolwork, she helps me by explaining the content in further detail. She always say, "Effort comes before grades." Although I sometimes do…