As I read some of the previous posts, I’ve realized that identity is a difficult aspect to display in mere words and description. I think that identity is not just someone’s personality but also his actions, his cultural background, his religion, and sometimes his friends and family. So how would I answer the question “Who am I?” I’m a Catholic ABC (American Born Chinese) from Brooklyn. I try to be nice to most people. I’m always willing to help my friends in whatever way I can. I like to think of myself as cautiously spontaneous in that I will attempt crazy things spur of the moment but it depends on the context and the potential danger I’m putting myself in. I like witty and sarcastic humor but stupid jokes will make me laugh occasionally. I like listening to my friends’ stories as well as giving advice or just comforting them when they talk to me about their problems. I try to be open minded even though I might have an opposing view. I can have a quick temper but I’m trying to improve my level of patience. I’m really observant at times. I will remember the most trivial details of a random day and I will think and rethink words or entire conversations that have impacted me in some way. I may without thought correct your grammar. I love English and I enjoy learning and using new vocabulary. I can be studious but laziness and lack of motivation are faults that I have to work at. Overall I’m just an average girl who takes it one day at a time on this journey we call life.
I’m not sure if I really have any top concerns at this stage. I have some minor worries that I need to address as the year wears on. I have to find my motivation again after the crazy slothfulness that I encountered senior year and then half of the summer. I need to set my priorities straight and stop procrastinating because the last time I did that it did not end well for me. I have to start focusing on my work and stop letting outside things obscure my attention. I need to work on my studying skills and figure out the best way for me to study depending on what subject it is and my strengths and weaknesses on topics. Finally I have to make sure that I’m making an attempt to eat healthier foods because it can be so easy to pick up fast foods in places around campus. I’ve started to eat breakfast these days. Cereal FTW.
I think what will make my college experience different from my high school one is the amount of freedom that I am given now. I’m now traveling to school via subway. I’m exploring more of Manhattan and trying different experiences with my new friends. I want to get more involved in my school. I don’t know if the first year will change me as a person but I’ll be sure to enter previously untouched fields and soak in the cultural diversity of those I encounter.
Just my view on how important the foundation of a good friendship or any relationship for that matter is. Enjoy!
I LOVE PYRAMID!!!!!!!!!! I think that song is amazing! I think you’re a logophile, a lover of words. After reading your post, I have full confidence that you’re going to do well this semester. You already know you need to focus and knowing that, is a step closer to achieving your academic goals. About the food, I’m still trying to find a healthy place to buy lunch but it’s so hard!!!! I think I’m just going to bring food from home.
Cereal 24/7!! It’s what I live on.