What drives you to be you?

SFC Stephen King — Thu, 03 Dec 2015 11:06:39 -0500

https://www.psychologytoday.com/collections/201306/dare-be-yourself

"Being yourself" is no easy task. Herein, the smartest tips and tricks for living authentically.

Response by SGT David T. made Dec 3 at 2015 11:10 AM

SGT David T. — Thu, 03 Dec 2015 11:10:49 -0500

Good article. Long ago I learned not to care what anyone else thinks. I am who I am with my strengths and weaknesses. I try and improve my weaknesses and grow as a person. I am far from perfect but just being me makes me happy.

Response by SSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 3 at 2015 11:12 AM

SSgt Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 03 Dec 2015 11:12:14 -0500

It is a code of ethics in my mind. What can I do to be a good person? That's what it boils down to for me. I'm not one that only looks out for myself. I have been told I'm a nice guy to a fault, never really into things for self-interest, but more to push others to success.

Response by PO3 Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 3 at 2015 11:27 AM

PO3 Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 03 Dec 2015 11:27:26 -0500

... I don't know ... don't really matter anyway? for a 39 years old married and two kids dude ...

Response by SSgt Terry P. made Dec 3 at 2015 11:34 AM

SSgt Terry P. — Thu, 03 Dec 2015 11:34:03 -0500

SFC Stephen King May sound really corny,but morals,ethics and values.I do have an odd sense of humor which usually throws people off. My basics are mine and i do not compromise them.

Response by SSG Audwin Scott made Dec 3 at 2015 11:37 AM

SSG Audwin Scott — Thu, 03 Dec 2015 11:37:58 -0500

Having a few near death experiences and 2 failed marriages, I had to learn to be happy with myself. So my drive now is life is to short to be unhappy. So I live everyday as it's my last and enjoy family and friends. That would be my drive and will to live the way I do.

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 3 at 2015 11:51 AM

CPT Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 03 Dec 2015 11:51:53 -0500

This is a great article! What drives me? I want to see the world, I want to know all that I can, I don't want to be inhibited by belief systems, respect, I want to reach down and help other up .....

Response by LTC Stephen F. made Dec 3 at 2015 11:55 AM

LTC Stephen F. — Thu, 03 Dec 2015 11:55:46 -0500

Used to be self interest SFC Stephen King; but, since September 30, 1987 my faith in Christ has driven me and comforted me to accept who I am in Him.

Response by Sgt Kelli Mays made Dec 3 at 2015 12:00 PM

Sgt Kelli Mays — Thu, 03 Dec 2015 12:00:25 -0500

What drives me? IDK... I've always been different.....but always been accepted for my individuality. I take things as they come.....and I have this need to always help...try and make things better... Perseverance. Determination. Nurturing. The way I was raised....to be humble...to have humility.... lots of things drive me.

Response by MSG Gerry Poe made Dec 3 at 2015 3:34 PM

MSG Gerry Poe — Thu, 03 Dec 2015 15:34:58 -0500

My family!

Response by PO2 Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 3 at 2015 3:36 PM

PO2 Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 03 Dec 2015 15:36:18 -0500

I find myself being the best me when I stand out from the crowd, typically in a good way. How is this? I grew up with the generation of high school pot smokers, but I don't do it. I grew up with talk of boys and girls cheating on their partners, but I always remained faithful. I have grown up in the least religious generation to have walked this earth, yet I retain my faith in the Lord. I still believe in standing for what you believe, and that's a huge part of who I am. I am proud of it, too.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 3 at 2015 3:38 PM

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 03 Dec 2015 15:38:35 -0500

What drives me to be me? It's the pride that I take in being a good person, husband, son, brother and friend. In knowing that I was raised by wonderful, loving parents that showed me how to be a man and an example of how to provide for my family. The satisfaction in knowing that I am always there for those who depend on me.