Many of us have role models in our life. People we look up to, people who inspire us, people who motivate us. For whatever reason, they have done or are doing things in their life that we admire and wish that we could do. Or they have said or are saying things that effect us in a positive way or have had made a significant change in our lives. From celebrities, actors, actresses to world leaders, to people who live close to us in our country or community, they can leave a profound message for us in what they do and / or say. Who are your role models as you continue in your education and employment? Who can you learn from?
Many people can be role models to some and the opposite to others. It depends how we see this person. Are they authentic, do they stand what I stand for, do they believe what I believe, are they consistent, honest, trustworthy, self-disciplined, brave, confident, great speakers, humorous, good-looking? Maybe they are the opposite to these and that is why we see them as a role model in our minds or that is why we admire them and think they are ‘cool’.
Five people that I think we can all learn from today are:
- Angela Merkel
- Andy Murray
- Tiger Woods
- Michael D. Higgins
- Katy Taylor
Angela Merkel:
Angela Merkel, the German Chancellor is an exemplary woman amongst a sea of men in her area of expertise – politics. How she can speak her mind and speak from the heart on issues that she knows effects the people she represents, is something we can all learn from
Andy Murray:
Andy Murray, the British Tennis Player, winner of the USA Open, Olympic Gold Medalist and now Wimbledon Champion. Known as the baby of the tennis world, he has now become a man for his life-long dedication to perfecting his game and reaching the ultimate goal of winning Wimbledon through hardwork, persistence and discipline…has he learned the hard way or what?
Tiger Woods:
Tiger Woods, 14 times Major Winner, who has had his fair share of challenges, some self-inflicted and of his own doing, has bounced back to win again and is on the cusp of winning more majors to beat Jack Nicholas record of 18. We have to admire and learn from his determination to bounce back and be the best he can be again overcoming major, almost impossible obstacles in a game that demands the ultimate in perfection.
Michael D. Higgins:
Michael D. Higgins, Republic of Ireland’s President had such a long and illustious career in politics, reaching the ultimate accolade of becoming President of his country. His belief and outspoken approach to life’s important items make us all reflect on how we live. We can learn a lot from this perosn who has witnessed life through many decades
Katie Taylor:
Katie Taylor, Olympic Gold Medalist has achieved the ultimate in a sport where not many have achieved. Watching her in the boxing ring and witnessing her determination to win and beat her opponent fairly and squarely is learning that we all admire and wish we had.
What do you stand for? Who are your role models, do you have one? Choose one, learn from them, copy them and be the best you can be…
