The values that I try to live by and follow include being determined, showing compassion, healthhaving a health family unit, integrity, respect, empathy and responsibility. From a young age, I learned the importance of a healthy family uniteunit. My sisters and I grew up in a nurturing and caring environment, we always felt secure and loved. There is no one closer than a member of your family. There is no one, who knows for sure how to help you in a difficult situation than your father or mother. I know that my family is always ready to support me no matter what the situation is. I also highly value integrity. Integrity conveys a sense of wholeness and strength. When we’re acting with integrity, we always do whatswhat's right, even when no one is watching. Having integrity generally means not intentionally harming others, not stealing from, and not cheating. I value integrity because it manifests a person’s inner strength, honor, and kindness. Integrity cannot be forced by an outside source.