Conclusion

As I reflect on everything that went into the creation of my website, every walk I took, every song I added to my playlist, every moment I shared with my roommates, and every lesson I learned at Math Camp, I realize that this project has helped me understand my worldview more than when I started. It’s a window into how I see the world and, more importantly, how I’ve come to see myself. Through this process, I realized that my worldview is built around these three concepts: peace can be found in simplicity, growth comes from self-reflection and intentionality, and meaning exists in both joy and challenge. These aren’t just abstract beliefs, they’re principles I’ve lived out through each of the experiences I’ve shared.

Peace in Simplicity

Throughout this project, one recurring theme is the idea that meaningful moments don’t have to be grand to matter. Whether it was taking a quiet walk around campus, listening to music, or building a makeshift pillow fort with my roommates, I learned that peace often lives in small, unassuming moments. These are the moments that ground me.

Walking, in particular, taught me to slow down and be present. In those quiet laps around campus, I found a space where I could breathe, reflect, and just be. There was no pressure to perform or impress, just the sound of my footsteps and the rhythm of my thoughts. That simplicity became essential to how I cope with stress and uncertainty. Similarly, the pillow fort night reminded me that you don’t need extravagant plans to create joy. A few pillows, a movie, and laughter with friends were enough to create a precious moment with some of the people that I care about the most at BGSU.

Growth comes from Self-reflection and Intentionality

If there’s one thing I’ve learned from both walking and music, it’s that reflection is powerful. These two practices, often working in tandem, offered me a way to look inward and make sense of who I am becoming.

Walking became a ritual that allowed me to process fears about the future, untangle doubts about my chosen path, and reflect on my identity. My playlist wasn’t just noise, it became a mirror. Through lyrics and melodies, I began to understand and accept parts of myself that I hadn’t fully embraced. Both practices taught me that reflection isn’t passive, it’s a choice and one that requires a person to try to find ways to grow.

This intentional reflection showed up in my work on the website, too. From the visual design to the words I chose, I wanted every detail to represent the values I hold close, peace, growth, and appreciation. Even my first college research paper on The Iliad ended up connecting deeply to these ideas. In studying Achilles’ journey through pain, pride, and transformation, I unknowingly started developing a deeper understanding of my growth process. I may have made a mistake by forgetting the works cited page, but even that misstep became part of the learning process. Growth isn’t always graceful, but it is always meaningful when approached with intention.

Final Thoughts

In completing this project, I’ve learned more than I expected—not just about myself, but about how I want to live. My worldview is grounded in the belief that the small, everyday moments are where life’s meaning is found. I believe that peace is not a destination but a practice, that reflection is essential for growth, and that every experience, joyful or painful, has something to teach us. This project gave me space to pause and take stock of how much I’ve grown since coming to college. It helped me honor the simple, beautiful things that have shaped me: a walk, a song, a night with friends, math games, and even a forgotten citation.

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