My Initial Metaphor for Education

My Initial Metaphor is a Professional Long-distance Endurance Runner. 

The Doctrine is represented by the person and his mental strength.

The Principle is represented by his work and preparation to be the greatest.

The Application or Tools that he has are represented by the workout plans and the varies means to accomplish his goals.


I was taught by an Olympian Michael Stember during my high school years in a Cross Country event. He was so inspiring because he is a practicing professional. He strove to be the fastest runner in the world, implementing all that he can to be the greatest. These attributes showed, and I want to be the same way in my educational career. There are several more meanings 

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