As a 17 year old, many things have shaped who I am as a person. However, by examining my life, I can say that the biggest influences on me have been my faith, my family, and my Mount education.
After 15 years of Catholic education, I obviously have a very good understanding of the textbook Church- all the rules and rituals, etc. As I've gotten older, I've started to deepen my faith by focusing on my personal relationship with God. Using my previous knowledge as a base, I have learned to make good decisions, respect myself and others, and approach every day with the confidence of a young woman who knows that God is behind her in everything she does.
My family has obviously been a very big factor in my life. They provide loving guidance in everything I do. My parents were the first people to shape my morals and values, which I have tried to keep with me as I evolve as a person. My family is an unconditional support system, and having them there allows me to dream bigger and reach higher.
Finally, my Mount education has had a huge influence on me. I went to school with the same 50 kids for 11 years before attending the Mount, so coming to a large school was a big shock for me in the beginning. However, being in a different setting pushed me to make new friends and try new things. At the Mount I have received a wonderful education, but, perhaps more importantly, made new friends I will have for the rest of my life. As my time at the Mount draws to a close, I know that my years here have truly shaped me as a person and left me open to new experiences.
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