When I think of the word “passion”, I feel that it is a lifetime motivation that influences our lifestyles and the choices we make. There have been many things that I have had a deep interest in, yet not enough of an interest to consider a career in those areas.
I have had long-running interests in music and nature (and too many short-lived interests), but I feel these would be better suited under my “appreciation” category, as opposed to them being my passions.
I am passionate about learning. A common theme in anyone’s life is learning. Not only learning through knowledge and experience, but learning about one's self.
I have always been a recreational reader. As a kid and an adolescent, I was fascinated by stories, and would frequently read in my spare time. I was instantly hooked on the internet when introduced to it in high school, and took advantage of the vast amount of information available. When I find a new interest (as with my recent interest in understanding various religions), I generally research it extensively, which often leads to more questions.
A three-year move to San Antonio when I was 10 exposed me to a slight culture difference, which gave me a little perspective and the desire to experience more. Before moving to BC about a year ago, I had spent the last few years bouncing around southern Ontario, and about 6 months with family in Nevada. Graduating this spring will allow me to finally pursue my desire to travel overseas. I hope that moving to a new area and experiencing a completely different culture will contribute to my personal development, a gain a better knowledge-of-self.
How do I let others know my passion? As with most people, I generally get to know others well through a common interest. Most who know have known me well would say I am a curious person, as I usually try to learn from others who have knowledge or experience in a particular area. I am also one who enjoys discussing ideas and theories, which probably reveals my inquisitive nature.
When I someday have children, my priorities will change and personal issues will seem inferior when compared to the welfare of my children. I hope to not only pass on the values imbedded in me, but also encourage question.
"Wisdom is not a product of schooling but of the life-long attempt to acquire it." - Albert Einstein
I have had long-running interests in music and nature (and too many short-lived interests), but I feel these would be better suited under my “appreciation” category, as opposed to them being my passions.
I am passionate about learning. A common theme in anyone’s life is learning. Not only learning through knowledge and experience, but learning about one's self.
I have always been a recreational reader. As a kid and an adolescent, I was fascinated by stories, and would frequently read in my spare time. I was instantly hooked on the internet when introduced to it in high school, and took advantage of the vast amount of information available. When I find a new interest (as with my recent interest in understanding various religions), I generally research it extensively, which often leads to more questions.
A three-year move to San Antonio when I was 10 exposed me to a slight culture difference, which gave me a little perspective and the desire to experience more. Before moving to BC about a year ago, I had spent the last few years bouncing around southern Ontario, and about 6 months with family in Nevada. Graduating this spring will allow me to finally pursue my desire to travel overseas. I hope that moving to a new area and experiencing a completely different culture will contribute to my personal development, a gain a better knowledge-of-self.
How do I let others know my passion? As with most people, I generally get to know others well through a common interest. Most who know have known me well would say I am a curious person, as I usually try to learn from others who have knowledge or experience in a particular area. I am also one who enjoys discussing ideas and theories, which probably reveals my inquisitive nature.
When I someday have children, my priorities will change and personal issues will seem inferior when compared to the welfare of my children. I hope to not only pass on the values imbedded in me, but also encourage question.
"Wisdom is not a product of schooling but of the life-long attempt to acquire it." - Albert Einstein
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