For example if someone in the past has done a lot of crimes can they become a good person?(this is just one example)
People can change the top layer but can they really change their personality?
2006-07-09 08:59:04 · 12 answers · asked by Wilson Kipketer 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Other - Society & Culture
Yes, they can. They will always have attributes of their old self, and the temptations can be just as strong. But there is a power greater than ourselves that we can use to change how we think and how we act and through those choices we can fundamentally change ourselves. However, it takes a tremendous amount of effort and practice and time. Of those three things, the only thing an outsider can see and judge is time. So if it is you, just make the changes and let the rest work itself out in time. If it is someone else, wait until you have seen a year or two of living the change every day before you begin to think the change will last.
2006-07-09 09:08:15 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Millions have , but only they can do it when they want to . alot of people try and don't have success, but deep inside they really didn't want to as bad as they thought.when you put your mind to it and don't let anyone stand in your way, having at least one support person that will back you up and keep you encouraged when the going gets tuff really helps ... i know because I'm living proof and i had one friend that helped me get threw it but i was determined. I'm no longer weak and will never go back i have no desire too .
, if your trying to change. if you need someone to talk I'm no pro but i have ears and good luck , or if you know someone ,just be there for them and dont let them drag you. you can do it!
2006-07-09 16:14:27 · answer #2 · answered by porcelain65711 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't think they can change who they are, but I do think they can change their ways (quit murdering, stealing, etc.) That is the same way with smoking and drinking. They can't change who they are, but they can quit what they're doing and become a good person. I guess that makes sense.
2006-07-09 16:06:15 · answer #3 · answered by bf_powell 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes. But I don't believe we can wake one morning and decide to change without going through some failures. Real change does not happen overnight, and often requires a network of support.
2006-07-09 16:32:39 · answer #4 · answered by jdshep 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, but it can only be done by that person. And the only person who will know that they truly have changed is themself (and God).
2006-07-09 16:02:55 · answer #5 · answered by Tygirljojo 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i believe some can change how they behave toward others but never how they think. unless you get a lobotomy
2006-07-09 16:11:38 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
i can only speak for myself. i have completely transformed myself. i have done alot of bad things. i now live my life as i should have always led it.
2006-07-09 16:04:28 · answer #7 · answered by cindy loo 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Absolutely. Been there, changed that !!
2006-07-09 16:08:36 · answer #8 · answered by themom 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
"Deep Thought "has this one totally covered!
2006-07-09 16:16:44 · answer #9 · answered by sunstar 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes they absolutely can
2006-07-09 16:02:23 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋