PREFACE

The words written on this e-book are mostly my philosophical reflections about what has been going
with my life in the past and in the present. The ups and downs I had encountered as a daughter,
student and a child of God. Mostly of the words are my reflective analysis and beliefs in life. How I
cope with the challenges thrown at me.

Although my e-book is intended for school project purposes, I hope it will help others to keep going
and to keep living in every possible way. I hope it will not be shunned by other readers, for part of my
plan has been to try to pleasantly remind teenagers of what they once were themselves, and how
they felt and thought and talked to other people in any circumstances.

THE AUTHOR
MAY 2023
 Life is a feature of existence. It thinks, assesses, and develops as it grows. We, humans are
different from non-living because of life. Undoubtedly, some people appreciate having free will in
life. Others lack that privilege, such as slaves and prisoners. However, life is more than just securing a
place for oneself in society. Without a doubt, it is much more than that. Therefore, life quality is
extremely important. The main goal should be to lead a meaningful life above all else. Living a
meaningful existence means being able to communicate with our inner selves.

Life is vital because it always moves onward. It follows that nothing is everlasting. Therefore,
there should be a good reason to remain downcast. An enjoyable event will occur, exactly as a sad
one.

Above all, one must maintain optimism despite how dire circumstances become. This is due
to the fact that nothing lasts forever. Every circumstance, event, and condition will pass.
Unquestionably, this is the beauty of life.

Failures lead a lot of people to become very depressed. We, as individuals, however,
unquestionably fail to see the positive side. The good news is that every failure has a justification.
Therefore, each setbacks helps us to learn something important. Therefore, every setback helps us
gain experience. It is an experience that enhances our abilities and productivity.

Undoubtedly a sizable proportion of people lament how difficult life is. Many individuals
think that the word "pain" is synonymous with "life." However, pain actually fortifies us. Pain is
undoubtedly a great teacher.

Because death is unpredictable, life is extremely valuable. Nobody is aware of their death's
time. This is arguably the most significant justification for living life to the fullest. Maintaining
depression is a complete waste of life. Before death overtakes, one must unquestionably savor the
lovely blessings of life.

Now, where am I? What's my destination? What exactly am I supposed to do? How does my
God-given talent fit in with the first three questions? All of these questions appear to be
straightforward, but they have also given rise to many sleepless nights spent wondering about the
implications of the answers.

I am not naturally an introspective person, so the idea of looking within is not only
challenging but also a battle against the thought that I'm just daydreaming or staring off into space
and, as a result, not doing anything useful. It is simple to understand where this way of thinking
came from. I need to understand where it started. It may seem a bit early to ask myself where I’m
going or who I want to be at the age of twenty, but this is a question that needs to be posed. I think
I'm moving in the same direction as where I am right now, just in a different direction.

As I look back on my life, I can see some values that I want to uphold as I continue to develop
as a person. In order to ensure that I continue to positively adapt to my environment, I will have to
challenge myself in a variety of ways from this point forward. Any person should develop in a positive
way as they progress through the stages of life. Over the course of five years, one's values, goals,
health, social perspective, aesthetic sense, and effort to engage in service may change due to
positive growth.

As I mature from a teenager to a young adult participating in the higher norms of society, I
aim to keep certain areas of my life the same and change others. I appreciate treating people with
respect is an utmost responsibility upholded to me since I was young. This also relates to my religious
principles since the Lord teaches us to love one another despite our differences. I firmly adhere to
my interpretation of the Lord's word in terms of religion. Because appearances can be deceiving, I
make an effort to avoid making snap judgments about people. Every day, I remind myself that
everyone is dealing with their own challenges, and this relates to my immediate objectives. They
consist of reaffirming my own values and organizing events in advance.

Everyone's individual views and motivations drive them through life. My daily life is shaped
by a wide variety of ingrained ideas. These beliefs have either developed through personal
experiences or lessons learned from my parents. The pursuit of happiness is one of my core beliefs.
There are numerous ways to pursue pleasure, and since no two people have the same aspirations,
this makes us all unique.

My fundamental beliefs are what make me happy. I can credit my parents for instilling a
strong sense of religious values in me. Another conviction of mine is that perseverance pays off. In
many circumstances, I have seen that a good life ethic pays off. Along with this, I think it's important
to maintain optimism in the face of difficulties. Many things in my daily experiences can irritate me,
but I think it's important to adapt a positive outlook. These convictions now rank highly in my life and
guide me on my journey toward success.

One part of my life, which is religion, is essential to my happiness. This conviction in the Lord
has grown within my cousins and me as a result of receiving sound instruction. As long as we were
able, my grandfather, who serves as a preacher to our church, always brought us to every worship
service. Reading the words of God has always been valued in our family. Without God, the pursuit of
happiness is impossible.

I've heard people talk about all of their interests. I've been confused when listening to them.
Simply put, I don't have a lot of passions of my own. Actually, as I give it some thought, I feel that my
two most passionate interests are my relationship with God and my love for books. Since I can
remember, these two areas have played a crucial role in my life. I spent a lot of my early years either
on a church or in a library and bookstores.

Reading scriptures from bible every day eases my anxieties and stress due to school works. I
love reading verses because it connects me to God and lets me feel His holy presence. Contrary to
reading the bible, reading books helps me to travel to different dimensions, eras, point of views, and
timelines. Books helps me escape reality sometimes when I am feeling stuck or lost in between past
and present. I believe that these two areas helped me mold into the person I am today and the
career I feel driven to pursue in the future.

Nothing in life occurs by accident, chance, or luck.Everything occurs for a reason. If we take
advantage of them, I think our life experiences can offer us a variety of educational possibilities.
which can result in great knowledge and wisdom to benefit oneself or others in life.

According to Tom Thiss, "Having a purpose is the difference between making a living and
making a life." Have I found my purpose yet? Why am I here and what am I supposed to do? How can
I tell if I have? Why do I need to find it, exactly? I require it because that is where I find contentment
and pleasure. It makes time fly and helps me get out of bed in the morning. Every single person has a
vital role to play in achieving my goals, no matter how big or wide they may be.

I've been alive for 16 years, and I still don't have everything figured out, and I doubt I ever
will, but experience has given me some wisdom, and I've hopefully picked up a few things along the
way. I don't have a single philosophy of life; rather, I have a number of ideas, and they all work
together to shape who I am today. Since I was a child, my life philosophy has been a work in
progress, and it keeps getting better as I get older. There are many things that I can grasp, but there
are still many topics that require in-depth explanation.

Every person on earth, in my opinion, is here for a reason; none of us are just passing
through. Although I'm sure not many people do, I do. So, I frequently ask myself, "What is the point
of my life?" What is the point of anyone's existence? We all struggle with the question of "why are
we here" and "what is the point of life." There is the belief that only God is aware of our life's
purpose. I still make an effort to comprehend life's greater significance and how to live it to the
fullest, knowing that he chose it for us before we were ever born.

One of my life's ideas that has significantly altered my way of communicating is that learn
when to speak and how to listen. It is not surprising that the majority of individuals struggle with
knowing when to speak and when to stop because they frequently talk too much and speak without
thinking. We have been provided with the ability to communicate through speech and language. We
were given two ears and one mouth for a reason, and on top of that, we have a complex enough
brain to process information and comprehend situations properly, but only if one learned to use it.
the benefit of being able to put our thoughts, feelings, and plans into something we call words. But
as with any gift, abusing it might have unintended consequences.

In modern world, it is crucial to have balanced speaking and listening skills. It is quite
challenging to genuinely understand one another because of the noise of pointless words that many
of us use to try to hold onto someone else's attention. Ironically, we communicate less effectively the
more we say. Contrary to popular belief, talking tends to cause us to cross more bridges than staying
silent. Silence is a display of maturity and bravery. Being silent is considerably tougher than speaking,
especially during disagreements.

Some people appear to know what makes them happy and meaningful from birth. But the
majority of us need assistance in figuring it out on our own. What gives me a sense of joy and
vitality? What I enjoy doing is frequently connected to my mission. I enjoy attending school because
it provides me with a variety of knowledge that I can utilize in my daily life. I enjoy reading books
because it broadens my vocabulary and gives me a place to escape from the world. Reading the Bible
and attending church help me feel more spiritually connected to God, which is why I love doing
them. I enjoy talking to people and expressing my ideas because it grounds me in reality and makes
me feel a connection to them when I hear their voices.

What skills do I have? I may say that I write well. Every day, my mind is racing. I jot down how
I'm feeling, things I've seen or heard, conversations I've overheard, books or scriptures I've read that
have struck a chord with me, and other miscellaneous thoughts. Writing helps me feel secure
because I have a terrible memory and frequently forget things. My escapes are reading and writing.
Because I am unsure of what the future holds, writing can also serve as my eulogy. And continuing to
live even when things are uncertain is one of my assurances.

What am I aiming for? First and foremost, I want God, who is Our Father in Heaven, to
embrace and love me despite my flaws. Second, I want to make my mother, who provides for our
family, proud of me. For all of her sacrifices and labor merely to bring me into this world, I am
grateful. I'm trying my hardest to be a better daughter and student because of this. The third thing I
want to do is one day inspire my family and friends. to keep going even when the going gets tough,
to be better no matter what, and to have faith in the face of uncertainty.
 What will I leave behind? Doing the little things comes to mind when I consider how I want
to leave a lasting legacy. assisting someone by holding open a door, picking up a dropped pencil, or
simply grinning at a passerby. Yes, the majority of these actions are not life-changing or jaw-
dropping, but I still hope that these modest gestures can touch someone's life, even for a moment. I
don't want to live in the memory of thousands or even a few hundred people. I only hope that via my
deeds and words, I may return some of the kindness that others have shown me. One of my worries
is that there won't be any proof that I ever lived. I just want people to think of me as "an okay human
being who lived the life she wanted," and if only one person does so, then I have succeeded in being
someone worth remembering. Simple is good as long as it means I spent my life contentedly and
according to my own terms. I don't feel the need to leave a significant legacy.

Life is how we go about day by day, month by month, year by year. Our actions, even the
slightest, can twist and turn our paths like a labyrinth. Life is quite unpredictable, though it is what
we make of it. Whatever happens in life happens for a reason, be it good or the bad.

Experience, in my opinion, is everything. What we see, what we learn, and what we do all
shape us. We should make the most of the lives we have. Live each day as though it were your last.
The experiences we create are all critical to the memories we keep for the rest of our lives. We
should do whatever makes us happy, provide a helping hand in our community, and strive to make a
difference even if we believe the impact, we leave will be insignificant.