We spend time analyzing others views on human nature; we read books, discuss them in class, and write essays about them. At ESD I think we all pretty much start off good. From beginners, most of us do everything we can to avoid getting into trouble or hurting someone’s feelings. Our favorite TV shows reinforce our good behavior with songs and stories but as we start to grow, we are influenced by older sibling and family; we learn its sometimes cool to rebel, and by the time first grade rolls around there are already cliques starting to form. Going to an Episcopal school, we are introduced at a young age the importance of living like Christ and treating others how we would treat ourselves. Unlike the school the boys in Lord of the Flies, ESD does not attempt to crush all freedom and although there are no doubt many rules here, they are mean to guide people to make their good decisions on their own. The schools likes Ralph’s can make people turn; because of the strict rules set in place, people are more likely to rebel.
Through the years, both our good and bad influences strengthen and can ultimately determine whether we remain good in life or turn evil. Its funny how easily we are influenced. I believe that ultimately, the majority of, if not all of, our grade is good.
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