The term socialization as described by Wilkinson and Treas, indicates that socialization is the informal education that occurs as you move into your new profession (Wilkinson & Treas, 2011) . Socialization in nursing involves more than just knowing the information and skills required to fulfill a defined role. It also includes learning and adapting to the behaviors, norms, values, and perceptions of individuals within the same group or role (Wilkinson & Treas, 2011). Socialization into nursing requires ongoing research. Often, individuals enter the field of nursing with their own beliefs and life philosophies, but after numerous role models and reinforcement of applied behaviors and skills, these beliefs and life philosophies change or transform into theories. This article will compare and contrast my personal beliefs and life philosophies with those of Virginia Henderson. I will provide background information on Virginia Henderson and also explain the remarkable theory she brought to the world of nursing. I will then compare Henderson's views to my own and clarify why I choose her as the theorist of interest to me. Virginia Henderson was born on November 30, 1897 in Kansas City, Missouri. She enrolled in the Army Nursing School in Washington, D.C. in 1918 and graduated in 1921. Henderson also earned her Bachelor of Science and Master of Arts degrees in nursing education from Teachers College in Columbia University in 1934. She also taught there. She has been a graduate for fourteen years. Henderson's memorable work also includes working as a research associate at the Yale University School of Nursing, revising Bertha Harmer's textbook on the principles and practice of nursing, directing the nursing study nurses...... middle of paper ...... lock out the idea. Spirituality also helps foster a healthy patient. Many people believe in a higher power and that is why we as nurses should encourage this connection when we see it being established. Spiritual connections are a way to give the patient an outlet. They are able to express themselves and rely on something other than physical care and diagnoses. They are about to turn to this higher being for encouragement, peace and healing. Nursing care is closely related to the person because without this interpersonal relationship, the nurse is not able to determine whether the care provided is sufficient. It is important to have this relationship so that the person trusts you as a caregiver and in the care you provide. Nursing is a strenuous role that requires a dedicated individual who can think critically when under pressure..