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Many things that occur in one’s daily life impact them, some have a drastic impact whereas others not so much. A lot of things that have happened to me and the people that I inspire have shaped me and influenced me in many ways.
One of the three most important things that I think impacted me was my Cousins death in a car accident when she was only 18. This event for a little while damaged my perspective towards life. That was only for a short period of time until I realized that how important our lives are and how short it can be. That moment I realized that although life is short no matter what we can never last but what we could do is make something out of it and live it up to the fullest. Just like my cousin did.
The one person that has had a very profound impact on my life would be my boyfriend Sean. He’s someone I’ve always looked up to for inspiration and motivation. He has taught me to better myself. Accomplish goals, gain education and knowledge, drive yourself or more a rather than just settling down on the average. Him being a successful business owner at a very young age and a great person that he is has always motivated me to do more with my life and surpass the average.
Lastly another great man whose principles I live by would be my dad. He has taught me to be patient and to find positivity in everything. I’m pursuing biology as my major it’s very very hard but that’s something I want to do. My dad would encourage me and stay up to help me. He would quiz me with persistence and patience even with his strict schedule. How he manages his life has taught me to value my principles over my privileges.
Those three people and events define my self-concept without them I wouldn’t have been the person I am today.

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