In a lifetime a person will come upon someone who inspires them to do something good for either themselves or someone else. This may not always be the case, as people can be inspired by someone doing negative actions. The definition of a role model is “a person looked at by others as an action to be imitated.” Everybody has the opportunity to be a role model whether they want to or not. An example of that is Dennis Rodman, a NBA player who acted in ways that people looked at as rebellious and wrong. The way he acted was rebellious, such as, the technical fouls he received, and fights he got into. He created an image, the image being dyed hair, earrings, and tight clothing. This image was associated with those actions. Young children who were now mimicking that style, this new unorthodox behavior, were being disciplined for displaying the behavior. Not necessarily the style itself, but the behavior associated with the style. …show more content…
One fight that is very memorable is the one in which Rodman jumps for a rebound, and on the way down gets intertwined with an opposing player. When they land Rodman throws that player to the ground, and as the player was falling Rodman proceeded to also throw a punch sending the player crashing into the ground as his head, and arms are flailing. Young children who were a fan of the Chicago Bulls were most likely fans of Michael Jordan and his domination over all other competition, but as they watched Jordan they would also be watching Dennis Rodman displaying this
Norman Schwarzkopf Jr, a famous war soldier once said, "The truth of the matter is you always know the right thing to do. The hard part is doing it." Although society has the potential to help others in need they restrict themselves from doing the right thing. But when society is challenged with a problem only some step up against to the odds to make a difference. Throughout history, during times of devastation and separation there are people that show a ray of light that gives people hope during the darkest times.
The everyday world brings harsh conflicts and strong willed people that oppose it. The corruption in society helps bring out the good in some people and the bad in the rest. No matter how many bad people in the world there will always be good-hearted, loving and curious people that will help bring back the light to the world. The bad in the world helps some people realize the true character and goodness inside of them and can help them reflect back onto their character. No matter how big or small a decision might be it will bring you closer to knowing who you really are. These decisions can lead to individuality from others and standing up for what you believe in even if it goes against other people’s views. In All the Light We Cannot See,
Ervin Staub, a holocaust survivor from Hungary and a scholar on altruistic behavior, has written, "Goodness like evil often begins in small steps. Heroes evolve; they aren't born. Very often the rescuers make only a small commitment at the start, to hide someone for a day or two. But once they have taken that step, they begin to see themselves differently, as someone who helps. What starts as mere willingness becomes intense involvement.
Just about anybody can be a good role model. One may ask what a good role model is, and how a good role model dif...
as much of a role model than the coach that wants to win. This is
Influence Thomas Huxley, famous biologist and H.G. Wells' teacher, once said. that "We live in a world which is full of misery and ignorance, and the The plain duty of each and all of us is to try to make the little corner he can influence somewhat less miserable and somewhat less ignorant than it was before he entered it" (Zaadz). In other words, we all have the duty to leave the world a better place by leaving our influence on others. The. At some point in our lives, we've all had someone or something.
“Sometimes it 's easy to walk by because we know we can 't change someone 's whole life in a single afternoon. But what we fail to realize it that simple kindness can go a long way toward encouraging someone who is stuck in a desolate place.” ~ Mike Yankoski
I am the type of person who likes to get involved within my community. I engaged myself into this particular program where we mentor young woman and sometimes young men on empowering their youth on making change in their community for the better. Twice out the year we go out and feed the homeless and spread wisdom among them. Every day I would give a homeless person money or change I may have. I came across the gentlemen one day, who told me how I would give him money and a reason to live. He also told me how I would tell him to keep his head up, things will get better. As of today he has his own car, home and a nice paying job. He told me even though he liked Spiderman, I was his superhero. Growing up, how I did makes me realize I could have
Dennis Rodman Title: Bad As I Wanna Be Author: Dennis Rodman with Tim Keown # of pages: 258 Setting: The book takes place in Dallas, Texas where Dennis Rodman lived while he was a kid, Detroit, Michigan where Dennis Rodman played basketball for the Detroit Pistons, San Antonio, Texas where Dennis Rodman played basketball for the San Antonio Spurs, and Chicago, Illinois where Dennis Rodman is currently playing for the Chicago Bulls. Character: Dennis Rodman. A pro basketball player who plays for the Chicago Bulls.
Athlets have been lookd up to as role models for as long as sports have exsted. There is just something attractive about the thought of being in good physical condition and being talented in sports. But, are athlets the kind of people that children should be looking up to for direction and guidance? Many children often look up to the professional athletes as role models. In fact, in 1995 Sports Illustrated for Kids did a survey for kids who were ages 7 through 12 about who their role model was. The majority of the kids answered that a professional athlete was who they most looked up to. Only four percent of the children answered that their role model was one of thir parents. Because of today?s media, athletes are constantly in the public eye. Everything they do on and off of the playing field. Some professional athletes speak a positive message through their fame by demonstrating constructive ideas such as teamwork and commitment while they are on the field. Even off of the playing field some athletes set a good example by visiting children in schools, going to hospitals, or even setting up foundations and organizations to help the ill and less fortunate people. However, other athletes are not as considerate to the fact that someone may be looking up to them, some athletes are not concerned about anything other than the sport they are getting paid to play and themselves. These athletes are the ones that propose questions over whether athletes should be considered role models or not. A role model can be defined as a person whose behavior, example or success is or can be emulated by others, especially young people. Who would want their child looking up to someone who has been convicted of domestic violence or has a drug addiction? It is an argument of opinion that cannot be settled.
person has the power to inspire others to help that person change the world. I
So it is inevitable that a child would look at a professional sports athlete and think of them as a role model right? With all the media persuasion and all the athlete’s unbelievable talent children are supposed to look at athletes like super heroes, who always does good right? According to Globus, Cheryl Miller stated in an interview, “When you reach a certain level of visibility, you are a role model whether you chose to be one or not,”(Globus, S.1998). Cheryl miller is one of the greats when it comes to women’s basketball. She was an all American in women’s basketball, state and national champion, and is now a head coach for the Women’s Basketball Associations Phoenix Mercury, so she has been in the spotlight plenty of times. “Young people can look to athletes like Lisa Leslie and Rebecca Lobo and say, 'They may make fun of me now for playing basketball, but look what I could become.’” (Globus, S. 1998). Later in the interview she was asked whether or not it was fair to be seen as a role model as an athlete, she said, “Fair or not, that's how it's always been.” (Globus, S. 1998). Cheryl’s remarks were a solid point to the controversial issue on whether or not athletes should be role models. She says that it is going to happen no matter what, but according to a scholarly essay, Celebrity Culture, youth of our nation do not look up to professional sports athletes as heroes or role models. In small surveys they found that teenagers say that people such as parents, teachers, and even coaches are the role models and heroes in their life not superstar sports athletes. The survey was held by the American Bible Society and the author, Espejo, used it to prove that “Teens search for their role models or heroes from within their reach or from whom they have had regular interactions with,”
He made a huge impact on the NBA. People say that Allen is a “pound-for-pound one of the NBA's greatest players”. Allen dressed differently that other players. He wore baggy clothes and had cornrows. The NBA commissioner David Stern made a ‘mandatory dress code’ shortly after he noticed that the way Allen dressed influenced other sto dress the same. This meant that couldn't wear sleeveless shirts, chains, or baggy clothes.Allen was said to be the most influential NBA player of all time. He always played with a chip in his shoulder. While he was in rookie season he crossed over “the great” MIchael Jordan. After that nobody looked at his as Allen Iverson, they all looked at him as the guy the crossed up Michael Jordan. Although so many people didn't like his style or attitude; many people thought of him as an inspiration to many young and even grown people.
For example, Albert Bandura noted that by imitating others, individuals learn not only discrete information and/or isolated behaviour but also complex behavioural patterns (as cited in Biskup & Pfister, 1999, p. 200). Individuals who learn using a role model find out they are able to be guided by orientations and suitable ways of behaving without having to test these actions in all kinds of situations and being able to adapt it in changing environments. If one applies the above-mentioned ideas to the process of ‘learning using a role-model’, it can be assumed not only that behavioural patterns and ‘doing gender’ are imparted and learned, but also clusters of orientations, attitudes and values which fit into the picture a person has of him/herself and influence his/her image and identity (Biskup & Pfister, 1999, p. 200). This means that people select role models themselves and pick out certain attributes and behavioral patterns from athletes. People search for role models that suit them because they can help influence self-concept and life plans. These behaviour patterns play a pivotal role in childhood and adolescence by providing them ways of finding their way in society. Role models also contribute to young people finding themselves in this conflictual world along with providing them with a insight on how they should behave and look
Many people find someone in his/her life to look up to, a role model. There are many different kinds of role models; they can be singers, public speakers, a parent, or even a friend. Role models also are not determined by certain criteria. A role model can be a role model just because they are a leader or have a great talent. Oprah Winfrey is considered a role model to many individuals because of her tough childhood, wonderful charity work, her schools, and the true relationships with her fans. Oprah stands out among many people on her ability to feel others’ pain and help those people get through their troubling times.