How old would you be if you didn’t know how old you are?
- I would be sixteen, go back and do somethings differently.
Which is worse, failing or never trying?
- I think never trying, because if you fail, at least you can say you tried.
If life is so short, why do we do so many things we don’t like and like so many things we don’t do?
- I think we do so many things we don't like to impress other people, too try and fit into this social environment. And I think we don't do things we like, because we are scared of what others may think of of, when truly, it doesn't matter.
When it’s all said and done, will you have said more than you’ve done?
- I hope when everything is done, that I will have done more than I have said.
What is the one thing you’d most like to change about the world?
- Abandonment in children's lives, and to give them hope for a better tomorrow. After all, they are our future.
If happiness was the national currency, what kind of work would make you rich?
- Missionary work in El Salvador. Enough said.
Are you doing what you believe in, or are you settling for what you are doing?
- I am doing what I believe in to the best of my ability.
If the average human life span was 40 years, how would you live your life differently?
- I don't think I would live my life any differently than I am now. Day by day is the best way. Besides no one is guaranteed a tomorrow.
To what degree have you actually controlled the course your life has taken?
- I mean I'm still in college, so I guess I have some kind of control over that.
Are you more worried about doing things right, or doing the right things?
- Hmmm, probably doing the right things.
You’re having lunch with three people you respect and admire. They all start criticizing a close friend of yours, not knowing she is your friend. The criticism is distasteful and unjustified. What do you do?
- Second guess my admiration and my respect for them.
If you could offer a newborn child only one piece of advice, what would it be?
- Umm. I'm not really sure.
Would you break the law to save a loved one?
- Of course.
Have you ever seen insanity where you later saw creativity?
- All of the time. Thank you, ULL's art department.
What’s something you know you do differently than most people?
- Believe that I was created for a purpose, and that I was not made for this world, but made for something so much greater!!
How come the things that make you happy don’t make everyone happy?
- Personal preferences, everyone was made differently. If we were all created with the same personalities the world would be a boring place.
What one thing have you not done that you really want to do? What’s holding you back?
- Move to another country. School is holding me back right now. But I will move to one someday.
Are you holding onto something you need to let go of?
- Most definitely.
If you had to move to a state or country besides the one you currently live in, where would you move and why?
- El Salvador. There is a lot of work that needs to be done there.
Do you push the elevator button more than once? Do you really believe it makes the elevator faster?
- Haha, I actually do. And I don't really believe it makes it go faster. Especially not the one in the art building.
Would you rather be a worried genius or a joyful simpleton?
- Joyful simpleton. I don't like being worried.
Why are you, you?
- I just am. It's the way I was created.
Have you been the kind of friend you want as a friend?
- I really do strive to be, I know sometimes I fail miserably though.
Which is worse, when a good friend moves away, or losing touch with a good friend who lives right near you?
- A good friend that lives right by you.
What are you most grateful for?
- I am grateful for everything in my life. :]
Would you rather lose all of your old memories, or never be able to make new ones?
- I don't like this question.
Is is possible to know the truth without challenging it first?
- Yes.
Has your greatest fear ever come true?
- Yes. It happens everyday.
Do you remember that time 5 years ago when you were extremely upset? Does it really matter now?
- Yes, and no. It doesn't matter at all now.
What is your happiest childhood memory? What makes it so special?
- I don't really remember my childhood. It's a bit of a blur.
At what time in your recent past have you felt most passionate and alive?
- Definitely right now, I am aware of what my purpose in life is. And it is the greatest adventure ever.
If you haven’t achieved it yet, what do you have to lose?
- I have everything to lose. But technically nothing is really mine.
Have you ever been with someone, said nothing, and walked away feeling like you just had the best conversation ever?
- Oh yes, this is usually most of the time.
Why do religions that support love cause so many wars?
- Religion is the reason for war. It isn't about religion, it's a relationship with Christ Jesus.
Is it possible to know, without a doubt, what is good and what is evil?
- Yes. Just look at the world. It is a very evil place.
If you just won a million dollars, would you quit your job?
- No, money isn't everything.
Would you rather have less work to do, or more work you actually enjoy doing?
- More work I actually enjoy doing.
Do you feel like you’ve lived this day a hundred times before?
- No, each day is a different day. Another chance for me to fulfill my purpose.
When was the last time you marched into the dark with only the soft glow of an idea you strongly believed in?
- Everyday. It's quite sad really.
If you knew that everyone you know was going to die tomorrow, who would you visit today?
- Everyone.
Would you be willing to reduce your life expectancy by 10 years to become extremely attractive or famous?
- Oh definitely not. I am already famous in God's eyes.
What is the difference between being alive and truly living?
- Being alive is just going through the day just as any other. Truly living is waking up each morning ready to take on the day, and to change a life one person at a time.
When is it time to stop calculating risk and rewards, and just go ahead and do what you know is right?
- When you stop basing what you are doing off of people around you.
If we learn from our mistakes, why are we always so afraid to make a mistake?
- We are scared of learning, scared of being wrong. It's selfish pride that gets us.
What would you do differently if you knew nobody would judge you?
- I wouldn't do anything differently. I have lost all cares of what other people think. I just want to live a life worthy for God.
When was the last time you noticed the sound of your own breathing?
- A few minutes ago. It's really quiet at home.
What do you love? Have any of your recent actions openly expressed this love?
I love God. Because he first loved us, we are able to love.
In 5 years from now, will you remember what you did yesterday? What about the day before that? Or the day before that?
- Definitely not. Unless I write it down. Which I probably should.
Decisions are being made right now. The question is: Are you making them for yourself, or are you letting others make them for you?
- I am making them for myself. :]
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