Prompt Responses

Question #1. What global issues and crises (e.g., global warming, mass migration) can challenge an individual’s values and ethics? What forums can an individual use to help better understand how to think, feel, and act?

There are many factors that can challenge an individual's values and ethics. With all the chaos of COVID, shootings, and the other social problems of the world, it is hard to find a place of peace. These stressful factors can challenge what we value and our individuality because the media portrays the flaws or problems that may arise because if it. Like the video said, "Consciousness lies within, so we must look for it there." This means finding a place in your mind where you can achieve peace and know that we cannot control all the stress factors around us, but we can control how it affects us. Finding a balance is key and that inner peace helps alleviate the negativity of the world.

Question #2. What gives you a sense of meaning and purpose in your life? Share what you can about what keeps you focused on achieving.

I would say my spirituality and family gives me a sense of purpose in life. I grew up believing in God, and that helps me through the tough moments. I also believe that teaching gives me meaning and purpose in life because I love children and interacting with them. Although, it is physically demanding, seeing how bright young minds can be is truly captivating.

Question #3. What can challenge your sense of connectedness to others or purposes? How do you protect yourself from doubt?

What can challenge me is stress and fear. When I am in a lot of fear or stress, my mind gets clouded and it is hard to find a solution. What I do to protect myself from doubt is pray and also taking deep breaths. I find a peaceful place in my mind and I try to outweigh the negative thoughts. Like the video said: " We need to look for what we're looking for in the right place, even if it's hard to look for it there," and that is exactly what I do. I try ot find a solution even if there isn't one.