Academic Success

In this paper, I will define what personal responsibility is to me and the role it plays in academic success. In my thesis statement, I state that personal responsibility starts from within. Its takes discipline and a willingness to do what you feel needs to be done. Failure or success in whatever you choose to do or not do in any area of life is based on your actions or inactions.
The definition of personal responsibility varies in different cultures as well as with one person to the next. What it all boils down is doing what one feels is the right thing to do. So what is my definition of personal responsibility? To me, it is being accountable for your actions and all of the decisions you make throughout life. If the results turn out to
For instance, let’s look at domestic violence when it happens to a woman. I have heard and read where the men said that the women made them act aggressive towards them; in order words, they said she made me hit her. No one can make you do anything you do not want to do. You are in control of you actions and not point the finger and place the blame elsewhere. Now for someone taking personal responsibility, let’s take teenage pregnancy for this example. Even if the man is too immature and may not be ready to take care of a baby, he steps up and takes responsibility for the welfare of that child. So, how does personal responsibility correlate with academic success? Simply put, if you do not exercise personal responsibility when taking college courses, you will fail. One must put in the time and effort to be successful in college and that take dedication. Success also rides on having a positive upbeat attitude. If you believe in yourself, the sky is the limit of what can be accomplished. This also means that you should surround yourself with other positive and like-minded people that can support you when you need it. There will undoubtedly be many distractions while on this journey of furthering your education. One must put in the time, effort and be dedicated to be successful in college. You must create realistic plan in order to remind yourself of the goals you have set, maintain focus and keep you on track to accomplish them. Some older college students may have families and work full time so they have to be able to budget that into their daily routine. This plan may include dedicating two or more hours a day concentrating on course work and free from distractions. The stresses of work, family and college can take a toll on you. Having a hobby or engaging in other leisure activities allows you take your mind off the pressures of everyday life. In conclusion,