Introduction

In the following page I will detail my core values as perceived by those around me explaining how that effected my actions and reflect upon them. Discussing one’s own core values may feel unconventional, yet I endeavour to ensure I depict these core values in an equitable and balanced manner.

Compassion

Core Value:	Compassion is integral to my identity, compelling me to uphold the happiness and success of those I care about, even at my own expense. Whilst I recognise that my altruism cannot extend to everyone, I dedicate myself to those who genuinely invest in being a friend to me. Five years ago, I made an oath never to act with malicious intent toward another individual, and I have adhered to this commitment ever since.
Consequences:	Despite my attitude often being compared to that of a Drill Sergeant, I have the needs of my group colleagues in the forefront of my priorities. I have consistently undertaken every possible step to assist them, whether through direct support, as well as taking leadership initiatives in order to ensure that everyone has enough evidence for their own learning objectives. For instance, I relinquished my role as group leader for three weeks to allow my colleagues the opportunity to fulfill their "project organisation" learning objective. By stepping back, I gave them space to develop leadership skills independently. I only intervened when they sought guidance or when I believed they were struggling to generate evidence for themselves.
Reflection:	This is an uncompromising value for me, whilst I have been advised that I shouldn't go out of my way to assist others, I will continue to do so. I cannot consider a personal success valid if it comes at the expense of others. While I am uncertain of the tangible benefits my approach has brought to my own progress or that of others, it ultimately does not matter. I am committed to upholding this principle regardless of the challenges it presents.

Sedulousness

Core Value:	Sedulousness defines my attitude to work and growth. I am to persevere whilst undertaking the upmost diligence and industriousness. I wish to succeed through my own merit by taking logical steps forwards. This does mean I can be stubborn and prussian to others as I take great esteem in myself and my efforts. As I have done my entire life, I must continue moving forwards with stoicism no matter what tribulations I may face, I cannot let others bring me down again.
Action:	My attitude has lead to me taking a number of actions during my course, such as doing my upmost to adapt to the teacher's specifications no matter my own reservations. It has been additionally important to ensure my attendance is as complete as possible, leading to me coming to school no matter what unless explicitly told not to attend or to leave. Additionally, I have taken to instructing others around me, whether they be my elder or junior. I wish to guide them to success by using my values as a basis as such, I may project my own values onto others as a way to illuminate a path to success rooted in diligence, perseverance.
Reflection:	This attitude has brought on several issues throughout the duration of the course, namely in my potential abrasiveness to others due to my assertive nature. However, it has also effected my health, the pertinent aspects of which I shall not disclose of. Moving forward, I believe I must consider tempering my approach to maintain balance and ensure a sustainable trajectory for personal and professional growth.