The optimism of people today revolve around too many insignificant instances. “The Autobiography”‚ by Benjamin Franklin‚ shows this. “TRANQUILITY. Be not disturbed at trifles‚ or at accidents common or unavoidable.” (Franklin 81). This virtue means that one should not be in dismay over calamities that can’t be dodged in everyday life. When the boat to Philadelphia was torn at the sails‚ Benjamin and the crew waited out the robust winds. Anxiety is a disorder that makes the average person worry about
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OBJECTIVES Combining business school education‚ professional/personal development training‚ self education along with life experiences directed me toward beginning a career as an entrepreneur. Many years have been spent taking classes and exploring various business opportunities. I started my college career as a business major. During that time‚ I also studied various art mediums to explore creative talents. In my junior year‚ I decided to combine those strengths and interests
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In Benjamin Franklin’s autobiography Franklin speaks of human reasoning‚ explaining how he himself reasoned his way to eating fish without eating animal food. Although Franklin does oppose his agreement of not eating animal food‚ he argues how humans are these “reasonable creatures” that can come up with a good reason for them to do what they want. A reason is like an excuse that can be used to get what you want. Franklin argues that humans are “reasonable creatures” that are enable to create
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RESOURCES PRESENTATION THE IMPORTANCE OF PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY The importance of personal responsibility is the most important ethic that you can exercise with the cultivation of personal responsibility comes growth in all areas of life. It is a matter of taking charge of your own life and your circumstances through well- directed thoughts‚ words‚ and deeds. Personal responsibility is very important because it is an obligation to oneself. It is your individual duty to ensure your good character
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An individual’s personal strengths and weaknesses are life learning experiences and we all as human beings have different levels strengths and weaknesses. Sometimes a person’s strengths and weaknesses may seem very difficult to discuss at times. No one ever wants to admit that they have weaknesses because they are feel ashamed or embarrassed to let others to know that their weaknesses exist. It is best for a person to really know himself or herself in order to accurately evaluate the areas that
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A Personal Integrated Theory of Counseling Kim Webb L25058960 Liberty University 20140 Fall 2012 COUN 507-D12 LUO Sub-term D; Deadline 12/14/12 Dr. James A. Laine December 14‚ 2012 Table of Contents Abstract 3 Introduction 4 Personality 5 Development of Personality 5 Motivation 7 Human Development 8 Individual Differences 8 Health and Illness 9 Psychological and Spiritual Illness 9 Integration and Multitasking 10 Elements of Theory 11 Process and
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Benjamin Franklin’s autobiography provides a comprehensive insight into his character and the environment of religious toleration in Philadelphia during his time. From this reading‚ we understand that compared to other colonies Philadelphia held one of the less tensed and strict atmospheres in terms of religious acceptance. After it was determined that the minister‚ George Whitefield‚ one of the prominent ministers of the Great Awakening‚ should not be reduced to preaching in an unflattering open
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responsibility than simple chores around the house. That was then. When one experiences what comes with age‚ things become easier to accept. Through the years one can learn to distinguish the difference between selfishness and independence. The difference is personal responsibility. Differentiating between what is needed and what is preferred for the benefit of oneself is important for an individual’s well being. So‚ although an individual’s responsibility is never ending‚ it is important to weigh out priorities
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all the mind games the coaches played had never happened to me‚ but these obstacles changed my life. Going through these hurdles made my character change in a positive way. I learned how to cast out the negative vibes and to believe myself. These examples are what I tend to think about during games. These are the traits that I need to become the strong‚ powerful‚ independent person I have always wanted to
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History of the Personal Computer Introduction: The history of the personal computer is vast and complex. As computers continue to develop‚ each development brings greater opportunities and challenges to the world of computing. ------------------------------------------------- Learn how it all started and where it has led to in today’s world. Quiz 1. The first accurate mechanical calculator was invented in 1642 by __________. a. Charles Babbage b. Blaise Pascal
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