In a recent “This I Believe” essay Tony Hawk believes that people should take pride in what they do, even if it is scorned or misunderstood by the public at large.

He talks about being a professional skateboarder for 24 years. Which paid his rent and gave him his greatest joy. When he was about 17, his teachers scolded him about getting more into his work. They told him that he would never make a living as a skateboarder. Tony states that skateboarding still faces a lot of stereotype. He says that some of the most pro skaters he knows are responsible members of society. Many of them are fathers, homeowners, world travelers and successful entrepreneurs.

After reading this essay I can say that I agree with Tony Hawk. I believe that if you like doing something you should take pride in it like Tony did, because it can get you far. Don’t let people put you down. Be proud at what you do even if no one else is.

According to the article Tony Hawk says, “ Skateboarding doesn’t seem like real work, but I’m proud f what I do.”

In my opinion, I think that this is really a good statement. Some people listen to what others say and they let other people bring them down. Be proud and stay true to yourself.