I'm down for some sentimental talk at the moment so let's begin.
The "hero" I'm refering to is someone who made an impact on your life, the one who gave you inspiration to who you are now/who you are trying to become. They could be someone in your life, or someone you read about, be it from articles, stories, or historical figures.
For me personally, it's Marcus Aurelius, the Philosopher King. He was given the role of the Emperor of the Roman Emperor, leading the largest empire of the world at that time, but he didn't feel like he was good enough. True, he may lack in some areas but there is no doubt he was a good leader.
From his biography and his book/diary, I came to know him as a man who just tried his best with what he was dealt with. The responsibilities he was given was... heavy, to say the least. But he did become the last of the Five Good Emperor, and a good ruler.
My lesson from him and the reason why he is my hero is his philosophy on life, which is, for me at least "Live your best, do your best.". In general, be happy.
I'm not the best of people, with confirmed sociopathy, I see life like a game, every interaction seems no different like make a deal or signing a contract. I honestly hated it, but I kept trying my best. I try to be myself, a petty and selfish person, but I also try to help those who came to me for help.
I accept the cards the world gave me, some bad some good, but I always smile and deal with them with an open mind. I have the power over my view in life, so I see myself being happy and approach everything with an open mind and heart.
So, who is your hero and how have they help you?