Personal Philosophies
How is life just like the York Wheel?
Monday, 16th March 2009
Following in the series, three of The Yorker's blogs team have had a hard think about what general rules they live their lives by and written them down in the form of their own Personal Philosophies.
Hannah McCarthy
Hannah finds profundity in procrastination
- Apathy is not pathetic; I don’t find sitting on the fence uncomfortable. I may not pay that much attention to student politics, actual politics or anything else, but it doesn’t mean I don’t have opinions – just about the things I’m actually interested in.
- “Time you enjoyed wasting was not wasted.” That convenient John Lennon quote sounds profound enough to rationalise any period of procrastination.
- Pessimism is more logical than optimism: if you’re always expecting the worst, then you’re never disappointed, and anything good is a bonus. I just don’t understand the cheery folk.
- Family is important, as is your heritage. This sentiment is probably inherited from my father, but I like knowing where I come from and from whom. I like to think that I’ll still be remembered in two generations' time.
- Finally, don’t have too many philosophies. I’m only 20 (and ¾) years old, a lot can change.
Liz Omberg
I believe that...
- Life is a giant wheel. Half of the time you’re down but it will always go back up so never despair too much. However it will also go down again so never get too proud or comfortable.
- Confidence is the key to pretty much everything. Your body is the only one you will ever get so work it!! Once you pick a battle with your appearance you will never be satisfied.
- We are only here to help other people.
- Always listen to yourself. Feel free to move on from other people, a physical place or even a way of thinking. Keep life interesting and trust yourself.
- Be honest with others, your heart, and your head.
Jay Walker
Jay works hard, plays hard
My personal philosophies are:
- If you don't ask, you don't get OR you'll never know.
- Be good to those around you, and if they choose to be bad, then they are the one with the problem, not you.
- Work hard, and the rewards will follow.
- Always be sure to play harder though!
- Finally, if you want something or something is important to you, you have to go after it and fight for it. You can't expect it to be given to you.
