The second essay is a continuation of the thoughts in essay #1.
PLEASE NOTE THAT THE INSTRUCTIONS FOR ESSAY 2 ARE ALL YOU NEED, THE INSTRUCTIONS FOR ESSAY 1 JJUST HELP YOU OUT!

Shift from your responsibility and attitude towards others to describing your attitude and responsibility to yourself. What are your “roles” in life and how do you overcome them to find “satisfaction” over your fate (bad times, senseless works, betrayal by friends, etc.—the “rocks” in life).

Finally, in light of your answers, above, describe who you are (not a physical description, but a moral one) as a human being.
a. Is who you are satisfying to you? Explain and give examples.
b. Do you see room for improvement? If so, what would you strive for and, if you are already satisfied, how do you see yourself growing in the future as you age?

From the sum of the two essays, what conclusion do you draw?

Remember that this is an essay, so do not post the points as numbered “bullets.” Each of the three questions should transition into the next.

The two essays are a culmination of all that we have studied this semester in PHI 101. I hope they will help you to see the relevance of some of the questions that past philosophers/philosophies have struggled with. In the end, we are all humans, who have learned by our successes and failures, who are touched by others, and who are searching for our place in the world. May the journey be a happy one.

Reminder: The following is the rubric for what is needed.

Assessment Rubric

Main Idea

Identifying a problem, issue or concept (thesis statement in an introductory paragraph).

Supporting evidence

Evaluating the problem, issue or concept and selecting relevant supporting information and/or argument (a minimum of three—preferably more– complete paragraphs).

Conclusion

Logically synthesizing problem, issue or concept with supporting information and/or argument and coming to a relevant conclusion (concluding paragraph relating back to main idea).

Style

Clear expression of ideas with adherence to standard rules of grammar, spelling, and sentence structure in an essay format with appropriate margins. The essay must follow the length requirements and be posted directly into the appropriate area of the class.

HERE IS THE INSTRUCTIONS FOR ESSAY #1 IF YOU NEED ANY MORE HELP BUT YOUR LAST PAPER GOT ME 96!!

Essay #1

Write a 3-5 page essay answering each of the three questions below. Use a 12pt. format. This is your original essay; therefore, it should not need any quotes or citations. Since these are your words, use “I” in your essay. However, any theory used from the book should be introduced by giving credit to the philosopher or philosophy (do not go outside of the textbook). For example:

John Stuart Mill says that happiness could be a lower happiness or a higher happiness. He argues that what distinguishes us as human is exercising a higher (quality) form of happiness.

Or: In Buddhism, “Ahimsa”–meaning doing no harm–is central to ethical action.

Work on this essay alone. That is, you are welcome, even encouraged, to talk to others about the content of your essay, but just be sure that you assemble the results and do the writing yourself. When the essay is complete, you should ask for one or more readers to give you critical feedback so that you can consider how an audience responds. Is the essay clear to your readers? Do they understand the points you have made? Consider their response and suggestions. Do you need to make changes? Finally, have you proofread your essay for completion of sentences, grammar, correct use of vocabulary, and smooth transition between paragraphs and subjects? Do you have a clear thesis statement?

An essay usually begins with a thesis statement. This is where you state the question posed by your essay and how you will answer that question. For example:

The goal of life is to be happy while taking others into consideration and harming none.

This statement alerts your reader that the subject of your essay is happiness and that you will argue this point of view by discussing the relationship of happiness to ethics (consideration and do no harm). The essay can then proceed to an explanation of these elements.

If you follow the three points below, the essay should flow from beginning to the end. Your conclusion will come at the end of the second essay. You are free to create your own thesis statement, but your essay must include the following three points and it must be obvious which you are addressing