Overall, I enjoyed the paper. I definitely think there are a lot of areas of improvement to work on. There were two unrelated personal stories included that went on for too long, and did not really have a purpose. Also, the thesis was very unclear, I didn’t understand what was supposed to be argued by … [Read more…]
The following is my example of a Barclay Paragraph. Outside people’s thoughts and perceptions have the power to change who we are and our life stories. Through Julie Beck’s article Life Stories and Nicole’s interview of hr roommate Lauren, this influence is clearly described. Beck describes how others listening to our stories impact what we … [Read more…]
After my second reading of Strawson’s article, a few things that had previously been confusing or unclear I finally understood. I think the conversation we had in class helped to explain a few of those blurry concepts and get to the true point of his essay. The numerous peer reviews and meeting with our writing … [Read more…]
After reading through the whole article by Galen Strawson, I was honestly left a little confused. His opening argument seemed to be that either people really do not have personal narratives, or that they simply shouldn’t. Yet by the end of the article, it felt like his views blurred with the views opposing his and … [Read more…]
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…]
