What Makes Me Who I Am Today

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There are many principles that make me who I am today, however only a set few truly define me. These values that I hold are very precious, and have helped me get through life every day. Without these values, I would not have made it to this point in my life, and I would have not become as successful as I am today. These principles all translate into a successful life whether it be personal, spiritual, or business life. One of the principles I hold is respect. The only way to garner respect is to respect others. Passion is potentially one of the most important of these factors. Without passion, I would not have the will to strive for success. The value that impacts my personality the most, however, is humor. Having the skill to laugh in the most uncomfortable of situations is highly undervalued, and can make or break a successful person. …show more content…

Respect is a cornerstone of my being, and I try to respect every person I meet. I will not judge a person based on beliefs, only on actions. If I feel someone is worthy of my respect, I will make sure I do my best to show that to them. Some people demand respect, and I don’t believe that is how you garner it. To accumulate respect, you must first reveal you are worthy of it. People are not simply entitled to respect. The best way to show that you are worthy is to do it through actions. It is an easy task for most people to gain respect, however, is it quite easy to lose it. Keeping that respect is an essential task for every successful person, and losing it will also mean losing your

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