Who I Want to Become When I Am Older
Who I Want to be When I am Older
Every human historically and presently, thrives for the same thing, success. Some seek it through monetary values, while others perceive success as the amount of power one possesses. Ralph Waldo Emerson however, offered a new perspective of the meaning of success. He claimed, “To laugh often and much, to win the respect of intelligent people and the affection of children… to leave the world a better place, to know one life has breathed easier because you have lived, this is to have succeeded”. Emerson’s words of inspiration have got me thinking. Perhaps life’s luxuries are not based on what we own, yet who we are as a person. All the wealth in the world could not buy the respect of others, nor true happiness, and certainly not the courage to change society. I believe Emerson has brought a greater meaning to the concept of success, and with striking compassion, attitude, and demeanor, I aim to achieve Emerson’s definition of success.
As one envisions themselves becoming a doctor or lawyer, I envision myself becoming a person who is respected for their personality. I intend to become an individual who may approach others with both knowledge and humour. In his statement Emerson mentions earning the respect of intelligent individuals and the affection of children. Growing up, I aim to continue to thrive academically; however preserve my playful side as well. I believe these exact qualities create the ideal personality required to obtain the type of success described by Emerson.
Albert Einstein is an admired scientist who excelled not only because of his high intellect, yet also his charismatic personality. Recognized for his comicality and diligence, Einstein had truly accomplished Emerson’s definition of success. His success was acquired not only from his scientific achievements, yet also his warm personality. What about Einstein’s personality made him such an appealing figure in today’s society? Human instinct provokes us to
Every human historically and presently, thrives for the same thing, success. Some seek it through monetary values, while others perceive success as the amount of power one possesses. Ralph Waldo Emerson however, offered a new perspective of the meaning of success. He claimed, “To laugh often and much, to win the respect of intelligent people and the affection of children… to leave the world a better place, to know one life has breathed easier because you have lived, this is to have succeeded”. Emerson’s words of inspiration have got me thinking. Perhaps life’s luxuries are not based on what we own, yet who we are as a person. All the wealth in the world could not buy the respect of others, nor true happiness, and certainly not the courage to change society. I believe Emerson has brought a greater meaning to the concept of success, and with striking compassion, attitude, and demeanor, I aim to achieve Emerson’s definition of success.
As one envisions themselves becoming a doctor or lawyer, I envision myself becoming a person who is respected for their personality. I intend to become an individual who may approach others with both knowledge and humour. In his statement Emerson mentions earning the respect of intelligent individuals and the affection of children. Growing up, I aim to continue to thrive academically; however preserve my playful side as well. I believe these exact qualities create the ideal personality required to obtain the type of success described by Emerson.
Albert Einstein is an admired scientist who excelled not only because of his high intellect, yet also his charismatic personality. Recognized for his comicality and diligence, Einstein had truly accomplished Emerson’s definition of success. His success was acquired not only from his scientific achievements, yet also his warm personality. What about Einstein’s personality made him such an appealing figure in today’s society? Human instinct provokes us to
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