Julie Beck’s article on narratives, and how our lives stories can have such an impact on us and everyone surrounding us opened my eyes to a whole other side of telling stories. I found this article, her opinions, and quotes she included very fascinating. To my surprise, I was able to connect some of her … [Read more…]
This essay on the use of metaphors and the impact that they have in the medical field is very well written. I don’t have any big critiques for it at all, I think there were a few minor errors or organization issues but nothing huge that is detrimental to the essay or the argument. I … [Read more…]
I feel like there were numerous points throughout the grading rubric that provided me with an opportunity for growth in my paper. The first check mark was in the position/intro part was “Is your position statement sustainable – will the position support a nuanced and satisfying paper?” I think yes and no. My problem while … [Read more…]
There were a few moments while reading Anne Lamott’s Shitty First Drafts, that I related to what she was saying. I feel as though her inner panicked monologue comes from the fact that she is creating content for others to enjoy and consume on a regular basis. When I write things, they aren’t for the … [Read more…]
How often do you think you use metaphors? One theory proposes it is around six metaphors a minute. Metaphors are a vital tool used by everyone to clarify, explain, or connect complex or abstract topics. Believe it or not, this literary technique has a significant power and impact on those who hear or use it. … [Read more…]
In “The Trouble with Medicine’s Metaphors” by Dhruv Khullar, he explains how metaphors of comparing illness to battle/war is often used in the medical field. Khullar mentions a few studies done where there was a metaphorical and literal connection between somatic sensations and cognitive perceptions. The military references have been in the medical community for … [Read more…]
After reading “See Through Words” once again, I found only a few things left to annotate, relate too, or explain. I feel as though my first run through of reading and annotating I tried to be very thorough, not leaving much left the second time around. I still enjoyed reading again, finding a few new … [Read more…]
As I first began reading this article, I easily found ways to engage in a conversation with the author. To me, this article was much easier to understand and think deeply about compared to the transcript of Geary’s ted talk. When reading I was surprised at some points but agreed, and even disagreed with other … [Read more…]
My first experience watching Geary’s Ted talk was honestly a little hard to focus. I personally absorb more information and am able to focus better when I am reading instead of watching something. So as you can imagine, my second experience with Geary’s talk was significantly better than the first. While I annotated a little … [Read more…]
