Wednesday 2 November 2011

Beliefs & Values: In life... and sport


Beliefs, morals and values are a product of our environment. What is acceptable is as defined by our peers, idols and family.


It is also important to remember that no matter what social circle someone is involved in, or who they spend the majority of their time with, they are an individual with their own unique set of values and should be treated as such. For example, just because someone's other half is into something and they spend all their time together, they are still completely separate individuals and entities.


Of course the above is much easier said than done, and I am as guilty as anyone else, but let this serve as a reminder. A persons thoughts are composed of such a variety of factors based on past and present, and therefore we can learn from every person!


I spoke to a good friend recently who grew up on the other side of the Atlantic, who reminded me that no matter where we are from in the world, two people can have very similar values despite being formulated in complete isolation. Which I found pretty cool.


Whatever you believe in, whatever your morals, values etc... they are yours, and you shouldn't change because you think it will make you fit in with anyone else.


In a sporting context, many athletes believe in God... their God. You often see them talking to what it is they believe in, for example saying prayers on TV before their performance.

Being a scientist I feel quite unclear on that subject, so I find it best to believe in myself instead! :D


A persons beauty is in their individuality. Crumble it down... yes they have history, friends, family. But that isn't who they are. Try not to judge.



People are like onions and all that.

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