Becks’ assertion that “Life is incredibly complex” is something that I strongly identify and agree with for the simple reason of my life is incredibly complex. I along with two of my adult siblings will be taking temporary custody of our youngest sister and my mom won’t be able to live in the same house … [Read more…]
The section about adding context to quotes. I have very few quotes and this gave me the opportunity to add some. Adding context ensures the quotes are being taken how you intend them to be. The section about my conclusion. I have a weak conclusion that doesn’t feel like a real end. Adding sentences to … [Read more…]
I definitely identified with the Lamott’s essay. I personally was not offended but I could see someone who doesn’t like to stray too far from conventional writing possibly being offended. Lamott’s style is beyond casual and definitely feels like a private conversation you may have with someone. She takes the unfiltered inner monologue and puts … [Read more…]
Metaphor plays a large role in health, there are arguments that metaphor negatively impacts how we perceive our bodies, experience sickness, and/or pursue health (mental health or otherwise). While I agree this can be the case it is the exception to the rule of metaphors being good communication tools. Taking points from Dhruv Kullar the use … [Read more…]
“Indeed, it seems strange that the language of healing remains so interwoven with the language of warfare, especially in the era of chronic disease, when many conditions are controlled and managed, not eradicated or annihilated.” I agree that it is odd that the metaphors of medicine are often so violent and combat-centric. But I think … [Read more…]
When it comes to the idea of clearing the fog there is not much to be done in this essay. The author uses modern language and writes in a relatively digestible way. The times I tried to clear the fog were to make sure I understood what “prototypical” meant and the idea of “reflexive metaphor“. … [Read more…]
I found the concept of explaining metaphors using metaphors in “seeing trough words” by Michael Erard to be especially interesting. The realization of what was happening while I was reading demonstrated the subtle brilliance in what the author does when crafting a metaphor. As you read deeper into the metaphor of architectural design and furniture … [Read more…]
There were several distinct differences between the two times I engaged with Geary’s TED talk. First off I felt watching the TED talk to be more enjoyable and digestible. This is due largely to its nature as a video and audio presentation. Geary uses comedy and visual aids troughout his talk that serve to enhance … [Read more…]
