Monologue
When looking inward at myself, I notice many strengths as well as weaknesses. I am self-considered tech-savvy, intelligent, and funny. However, I am reckless, too compliant, clumsy, and too shy to ask for help. But I also realize that I have nobody to blame except myself to my own troubles. The saying is that people can change and I believe that it is possible but very difficult. What make people unique are their backgrounds and the environment they are currently living in. I owe a lot to my parents and friends because without them, I would not be the same.
As you live your life, you have to play many roles such as a student, sibling, mentor, son and many more. Sometimes the pressure for living up to the expectations of these roles is immense and overwhelming. But, it is essential and important to do these roles because we as humans want to accomplish things and to leave our mark on the world.
I am afraid of heights and the sensation of falling. At times, I feel insecure such as during 9/11 and when my parents do not come home on time. I feel ashamed and guilty when asked to complete a task and I finish it prematurely or totally forget, However, I will feel empowered when I am praised for completing such task and doing it exceptionally. It means that I am contributing to my family and I am managing my time properly.
My personal motto is nothing ventured, nothing gained. It means that if I desire something, I would need to put in the effort and time to do it. If you do nothing, then nothing is being accomplished and what you want is still at a time still. It is like climbing a hill in that you have to start climbing the hill to get there. If you do nothing, then you are still stuck at the bottom of the hill. My advice to you comes in two parts. The first part is to start climbing. The second part is to take a step back just like artists do to admire their masterpiece. Your masterpiece is ultimately your life.
