Personal Credos

An Institute of Reflection rapporteur ambushed interviewees with these questions. The impromptu interviews – each so different – about PERSONAL CREDOS illustrate a world of philosophy that fascinates people.

The question put to the below interviewees was ‘What is important to you in life; what are the things that really matter?’

Jimmy

Jimmy has thought a lot about why we are on this earth, and cites the theory that, to him, is most persuasive

Grace

Grace does not know why the universe has allowed her to exist but this very uncertainty interests her, and she feels that she should make her mark successfully in furtherance of a purpose that she does not fully understand

Yvette

TO Yvette, Reflection is important in reaching the right decisions. Relationships are what matter. There is a difference between friendship, which makes a real difference to a relationship, and Love which is so important, and in so many contexts.

Nelson

Nelson believes that what is important to us changes at different phases of our life

Lord Mereworth

Lord Mereworth is a profoundly religious person who cares about Justice, the cornerstone of human relations.

Donna

Donna, a practical go-getter, finds fullfillment in helping others

Bola

Bola's work in trauma management gives her a unique perspective

Philip

To Philip, interacting meaningfully with others matters. Philip says that one has to find one’s own path.

Jan

Jan is an Oxbridge graduate with no time for nonsense

Omar

Omar is after: “Finding that balance, staying happy not working too hard, financial stability.”

Oswald

'Oswald' is a gentleman of the road. His is a view that neatly aligns with his hairdo
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Some people see life more in terms of spirituality or in religious terms.

WHAT ARE YOUR IDEAS?

HOW WILL THINKING ABOUT THEM HELP SHAPE THE WAY YOU CONDUCT YOUR LIFE?