Essay 1
Erika Pallares
January 8, 2015
English 103
"Those who stand for nothing fall for anything," a quote by Alexander Hamilton. These words are something I keep in my mind while making the affirmations of what I believe in. As of January 8, 2015, the contents of this document pertain to the beliefs, convictions, and other variants that influence what i stand for. At this present time i stand for education, peace, ambition, and family.
Education
I hold education as an important part of life. Receiving a good education is so crucial in establishing a good future for yourself. In our society it is a good education that will insure success for people. Individuals who have a good education will help understand the world, the economy, and build a stable life. I believe education is important even in the beginning kindergarten years because this is when kids will learn good studying habits. It is especially important when you continue on to college. College is where many people choose their major and the career path they want to go in. My older sister is responsible for my belief in receiving a good education. Both of my parents went to college but did not graduate; my sister was the first in my family to graduate from college with a degree. It was not until recent years that I realized the true importance of education. When I finished high school my sister encouraged me to go to college. She showed me that graduating from college with a degree would give me many opportunities in career choices.
Peace
I believe in practicing inner peace. Inner peace is important to me because I see too many people stressing everyday about things that are really not that important in the grand scheme of everything. People stress about things that are completely out of their control such as traffic on the freeway. People also focus too much on what they don't have instead of appreciating what is right in front of them. These ides might seem like obvious concepts to follow but i still see
January 8, 2015
English 103
"Those who stand for nothing fall for anything," a quote by Alexander Hamilton. These words are something I keep in my mind while making the affirmations of what I believe in. As of January 8, 2015, the contents of this document pertain to the beliefs, convictions, and other variants that influence what i stand for. At this present time i stand for education, peace, ambition, and family.
Education
I hold education as an important part of life. Receiving a good education is so crucial in establishing a good future for yourself. In our society it is a good education that will insure success for people. Individuals who have a good education will help understand the world, the economy, and build a stable life. I believe education is important even in the beginning kindergarten years because this is when kids will learn good studying habits. It is especially important when you continue on to college. College is where many people choose their major and the career path they want to go in. My older sister is responsible for my belief in receiving a good education. Both of my parents went to college but did not graduate; my sister was the first in my family to graduate from college with a degree. It was not until recent years that I realized the true importance of education. When I finished high school my sister encouraged me to go to college. She showed me that graduating from college with a degree would give me many opportunities in career choices.
Peace
I believe in practicing inner peace. Inner peace is important to me because I see too many people stressing everyday about things that are really not that important in the grand scheme of everything. People stress about things that are completely out of their control such as traffic on the freeway. People also focus too much on what they don't have instead of appreciating what is right in front of them. These ides might seem like obvious concepts to follow but i still see