FORT BRAGG & HATTERAS NARRATIVE SPEECH 1

THREE THINGS THAT I LIKE ABOUT MYSELF

 [SN Christopher Kindred USCG Station Hobucken NC]

INTRODUCTION

What do I like about myself?  That is an interesting question provoking thoughts of a healthy self esteem. In any event that is the theme of this speech.  My wife thinks that I am flawless despite the fact that she lives with me and puts up with all of my foibles. She believes that if it absolutely had to be narrowed down to three traits they would be loyalty, strength, and courage.

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BODY 1:  LOYALTY  [Always say three things about your topic...each in its own paragraph] The thing about loyalty is that it takes commitment. When I take on a responsibility or task I commit myself to it whether I like it or not. It is manifested in my relationships at work, my work ethic and temperament. I am loyal to whatever or whomever has entrusted me with something or someone. I have a sense of overwhelming responsibility to never drop the ball.  [Do not use ""...always place in italics]

BODY 2: STRENGTH

Strength is often thought of as a physical attribute. Despite my average build, I have been told that I have a remarkable amount of strength for my size. That is nice, but in more relevant circumstances I am strong of mind and strong of will. Determination and commitment to succeed drive me to adapt and overcome any problems. No matter what I will remain strong.

BODY 3: COURAGE

The prospect of crossing into danger's path, asking my wife to marry me, and living with my mother are all scary moments in life. So, I know scary!  I have always faced difficult moments in my life with courage. Courage comes second nature to me but it does not come easily. There is a difference between fear, courage, and foolhardiness. I look into situations and plunge into solutions oftentimes fighting my fear and wondering if I am a fool.

CONCLUSION:

This has been somewhat awkward for me because there is nothing weirder to me than applauding my character traits. But I guess for the sake of my grade I have had to identify three things that I like about myself. I like my loyalty manifested by commitment. I like my strength of being because that is me. I like my courage conquering fear and other emotions. I like myself! [Conclusions always restate the themes of speech.  Never use...In conclusion,]

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