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Birth
- Took the role of youngest child, brother to three siblings, and son to parents.
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Starting School
- Had to transition from staying home everyday with my family to being in a new environment for learning (new people, activities, experiences, etc.)
- Transitioned from stay at home child to student
- One of the first social institutions I was a part of (education). Attended class and gained knowledge in various subjects to support the institution.
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Soccer & Hockey
- Become apart of sports teams (community social institution)
- Contributed
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First Communion
- Went through the service with students from my grade 2 class (cohort)
- I had to adhere to social norms in church by being respectful and not disruptive at all times
- I had to follow instructions given, as did the other children
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Passing of Grandparent
- Significant life event took place when grandmother that lived with my family died
- Had affected my life drastically - went from helping with daily care to not being able to see her ever again
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Confirmation
- Confirming my contribution to my religion, acknowledging and practicing my beliefs (religious social institution)
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Elementary School Graduation & Starting High School
- Transitioned between an elementary school student to a high school student in a social institution for education
- I have the role set to listen to teachers, participate in class activities, completing my homework and assignments, etc.
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First Job
- Role of family member, student, and employee at the same time began to conflict and cause me stress (spending time with family, completing school work, and working part-time was a lot to manage)
- I had to be respectful in the workplace and abide by society’s beliefs that the customer is always right. I also had to sign off on the workplace policies, making me obligated to follow their rules
- Claimed the status of “employee”
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Graduating Highschool?
- This is the year I am graduating high school in, which is a big accomplishment and a huge step in my life
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College?
- I will probably take a year off after graduating before going to college
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Graduating College + Full-Time Job?
- Probably would be graduating college this year and possibly looking for or having a full-time job