My personal and life goals are very much shaped by my upbringing from my parents and my religious and cultural beliefs. Growing up, it was always expected that I would try my hardest in school. I wasn't expected to get all A's, but I was expected to do all of my work and try my hardest to get the best grade possible. Because I was raised on these expectations, it became a goal of mine to go to college at the UW. Initially, the goal started out simply wanting to get good grades in classes by doing well on homework and tests, however, over the course of high school, my goal broadened and I was working toward getting into one of the best colleges in the state. My parents had a big impact on these goals. Other goals I have include wanting to help people in as many places as possible. This goal stems from my Christian religious beliefs and the fact that I am told to serve others. This is what interested me in the ECFS major. I have a passion that I have gained both from my parents and my beliefs that is making me strive toward becoming a teacher.
To me, goals are greatly impacted by what we know. Our goals and the people who influence them are often part of our upbringing and have guided our beliefs all of our lives.
“To me, goals are greatly impacted by what we know. Our goals and the people who influence them are often part of our upbringing and have guided our beliefs all of our lives”. I remember when I first came to America and I could not speak any English. Similar to you, I started to learn the English language so that I can communicate with people in my class. The main point was to be able to comprehend the language in order to be able to figure out the smaller parts, which in turn will lead me into acceptance. I knew that I had to be careful and work twice as hard as any American born citizen to be able to make it in this harsh reality. I always had to be on guard to protect myself against others and become more independent. Now, I know English language, can communicate with others fluently without any Korean accent, analyzed and accepted their fashion and social habits, and learned their morals. I would not have been the same person as I am today if I had not come to America. With all the hardships I had experienced, I collected a lot of wisdom of decision making, taking care of myself, thinking of others, and various other valuable tools needed to become independent.
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