When you look in the mirror what do you see? You don't see the words thoughtful, kind, tall and happy, do you? No. This is because your physical appearance, while it can be medically altered, is created when your parents' DNA is combined together, which is why you can see the characteristics of both parents when you look in the mirror (nature) . Now, while you may see those characteristics, there is also a side of you that may just be a result of previous actions (upbringing). Some of these characteristics may include having muscles or having a healthy diet, these traits are based more on how your surroundings influence you (Myers, 2014, p. 150-151). For example, perhaps you had a family member who was diagnosed with diabetes and was told to watch their eating habits, because of this you may have started eating healthy too as you may already be a carrier of the gene which you may not. wanting to risk getting sick. also receive the diagnosis. This is an example of education solely because a previous outcome or action inspired you to make a change in the way you live your life.