Theology Reflection Paper

Joey Rossetti

Week 14 Nov. 27-Dec. 1

THE 3305

Pulling it all Together

        This course and semester has been an interesting one for me personally. A lot of epiphany and life realizations have come my way and I have to admit this course has had some effect on these happenings. I’ve become not only more self-aware but aware about my community, what’s going on around me, how my actions affect others, and my overall perception on life has altered—for the better of course.

        When I take a step back and really mentally think about myself I used to see a person who I thought was okay. Sure, on the surface to myself I seemed like everything was okay with no need for change. However, after some alone time this semester and the provocation of this course my mindset is not so comfortable with who I am (or was). I realized that I want to be a better person and not for myself—but for everyone around me and this world. I see myself as shallow and that will no longer be the case; the light has brighten the shadows of regret and negativity in my life and God is giving me strength to push forward.

        My place in the world has definitely skewed from what it used to be before. It’s actually very amazing about how much can change about a person in such little time, especially at this point in my young life. To be totally honest, my mindset was flooded with money, and money being all happiness. But boy did I realize that’s the wrong approach on life real quick. Money isn’t everything and sure it may bring the nicer things out in life but money can come after I’ve obtained happiness. I’d much rather help, aid, and teach to secure my place in the world as I believe that I have strong knowledge that can be beneficial to others.

        What’s important to me is teaching and educating others. I believe that I have plenty of knowledge to share that I hold back because of my stubbornness or shyness. That needs to change as my purpose and calling will fly by if I don’t listen to my inner self. I was always good at helping others and I think it’s time I take that leap and make a change in my life. As for what information did the most in forming new ways I look at the world would definitely have to be A Place at the Table. That was such a powerful movie and story to get behind that it actually sparked my interest in helping not only the less fortunate but everyone around me. I think it really leveled the playing field in my mind as to how I look at other people and the need for taking tangible action.