Interpreting The Theme Of Self-Examination In Socrates '
Socrates was on trial and even though he was aware of the fact that death could be a penalty he sticks to his beliefs. One of which was that when people fail to examine their selves, their life is not worth living. Although those on trial might have not been convinced, I have been convinced by Socrates point of view because I can relate to it on a personal level. When I say personal level, I am speaking in terms of experiences I have dealt with, in regards to family, friends, and myself.
One example would be a friend I had, she became homeless twice in less than two years. After reading Socrates trial, I recalled the time period where people were constantly trying to help her back on her feet, however she took that for granted. On top of this, she never examined herself to try to see the root of her conflict. This has led her to be once again at the verge of losing her home. Socrates opened my eyes and showed me that self-examination is important because without it people will invariably make the same mistake. Unfortunately, this is the case of my old friend and even some family members. Another example of self-examination being important is one of my siblings, he is in his early 20s and has not taken advantage of the great opportunities he has in life. This sibling had the chance to go to college, however he chose not to. Now this is fine if he …show more content…
For most people to be content with who they are they have to be doing something meaningful with their lives. Although, what is meaningful can vary upon every person there are still reoccurring themes. Humans tend to want to feel as though they are making progress or a difference, however if they are continuously making the same mistakes and falling into the same pit their life starts to become meaningless. It can all be resolved if they took time to examine their actions. Which brings up the question, why do people make the same mistake
One example would be a friend I had, she became homeless twice in less than two years. After reading Socrates trial, I recalled the time period where people were constantly trying to help her back on her feet, however she took that for granted. On top of this, she never examined herself to try to see the root of her conflict. This has led her to be once again at the verge of losing her home. Socrates opened my eyes and showed me that self-examination is important because without it people will invariably make the same mistake. Unfortunately, this is the case of my old friend and even some family members. Another example of self-examination being important is one of my siblings, he is in his early 20s and has not taken advantage of the great opportunities he has in life. This sibling had the chance to go to college, however he chose not to. Now this is fine if he …show more content…
For most people to be content with who they are they have to be doing something meaningful with their lives. Although, what is meaningful can vary upon every person there are still reoccurring themes. Humans tend to want to feel as though they are making progress or a difference, however if they are continuously making the same mistakes and falling into the same pit their life starts to become meaningless. It can all be resolved if they took time to examine their actions. Which brings up the question, why do people make the same mistake