Example Of Essay On Self-Awareness And Values

Social work involves assisting people either individually or as a community to improve their well-being. In some cases what needs to be done to achieve this may not be in agreement with the perception of different people on certain issues. Although I am tolerant on the perception of others concerning these issues, I am quite certain of the stand I take and I do so assertively.
I believe abortion in some cases is justified especially in cases where the life of the mother is in danger maybe due to health reasons and also in cases where the child was conceived after rape and the mother is too emotional. My opinion concerning abortion varies from cases to case although in most cases I am against abortion.
Religious beliefs are important in today’s society since most people are quite wayward. I believe that religious beliefs have played a major role in reduction of vices this generation. I am for religious beliefs although in cases of cults which in most cases jeopardize the freedoms of others in cases of human sacrifices I am against it.
Personal and family responsibility is what defines us as humans. I am for family responsibility and I believe that most habits we develop are highly dependent on the role those responsible for us played. Responsibility is developed from our conscience and its development is greatly contributed to by what we are taught.
In today’s modern society family planning and contraception is important especially due to the limited resources and the challenges that are encountered. Family planning and contraception in a marriage setting is everything about better. Since the available resources will be shared by the few they stand a better chance to lead comfortable lives and be better people.
I do not actually see the usefulness of pornography as regards social work. It assists certain people to increase their addiction and dependence on pornography and this is not something good. Although most people are of the impression that pornography is quite normal, I am against pornography.
My personal values have been developed from family background, culture, education and religious values. I can identify what these personal values have contributed in my life since they have played a major role in formation of my character.