It definitely takes me a trial and error process to catch onto the structure and rules of games, tasks, and activities. As we played the lottery game I went into it very clueless of how to manipulate my role and what strategies to use. I just followed until I left the room that I really got a hold of what was happening.
When a rebel rescued me in the night I thought I was being killed. When I got out I realized she wasn't an eye, she was actually a rebel, and I should be thankful to her for rescuing me, a handmaid. Once I realized that I was on the outside looking in I understood more and was more interested in what was going on inside.
When I was actually inside we made an executive decision to eliminate Madrie. We didn't know what she was, but it ended up being a good choice since she was an eye, killing others at night. There was no real reason why we did that, but it was towards the beginning of the game and not much had gone on. We were all uncertain of what was going on, so the confusion made us unite and do something I wonder if we would have done the same thing if it was a real life situation How far can uncertainty and fear take you? As more and more people were being killed and rescued we cheered for the rebels that still remained. They finally killed the only eye left and the rebels won! Even with the victory there were some brave rebels and innocent handmaids that were killed before we had beat the eyes.
I got out without a scratch, but I didn't take the risk of becoming a rebel because of my lack of knowledge of what was going on If I was more certain I wish I could say I'd be brave enough to join the rebels, but I think I would have still taken the safe way out end let myself be rescued.
Friday, February 22, 2013
What are you?
As we categorized ourselves as lions, serpents, lambs, or angels during class I decided I was most like a lion class I decided I was most like a lion serpent. Categorizing myself as a violent lion, and deceiving serpent wasn't something i was embarrassed of or guilty about. I still think of myself as a good person but I know that when pushed past my limits or when I feel threatened different qualities of my personality come out as an offensive form of defense.
As we broke off into groups I could see how each person's personality dud accurately fit the categories they were in. However, I wonder if any of the people who are usually gentle and kind would change their actions if something were at stake. I'd find it very unlikely for someone not to do everything possible to survive it protect themselves against trouble, since it goes against my own nature. Although, the people who do the "right" like refraining from violence and deception should be the people we respect. I find that in real situations I would probably consider those people weak, naive, innocent, scared or foolish.
Although I wouldn't promote violence and deception I think we all reach a point in life in which we understand that some situations call for more extreme actions if we hope to attain quicker or more assured results, rather than hoping that good deeds will lead us to a final reward. Being goof leaves us with less power in situations than when your actions are "bad" or manipulative. At the end of the day what ever we do doesn't end with the action, we will having feelings that follow our actions. Many decisions are strongly impacted by each persons conscious.
As we broke off into groups I could see how each person's personality dud accurately fit the categories they were in. However, I wonder if any of the people who are usually gentle and kind would change their actions if something were at stake. I'd find it very unlikely for someone not to do everything possible to survive it protect themselves against trouble, since it goes against my own nature. Although, the people who do the "right" like refraining from violence and deception should be the people we respect. I find that in real situations I would probably consider those people weak, naive, innocent, scared or foolish.
Although I wouldn't promote violence and deception I think we all reach a point in life in which we understand that some situations call for more extreme actions if we hope to attain quicker or more assured results, rather than hoping that good deeds will lead us to a final reward. Being goof leaves us with less power in situations than when your actions are "bad" or manipulative. At the end of the day what ever we do doesn't end with the action, we will having feelings that follow our actions. Many decisions are strongly impacted by each persons conscious.
Tuesday, December 18, 2012
"Simplicity" (creative post)
“If you can't explain it to a six year old, you don't understand it yourself.”
― Albert Einstein
“One day I will find the right words, and they will be simple.”
― Jack Kerouac, The Dharma Bums
“Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication.”
― Leonardo da Vinci
“Life is really simple, but we insist on making it complicated.”
― Confucius
Reaction:
All of these quotes are congruent with their message, which points to "simplicity" as a good and admirable quality. At a point at which so many of my thoughts and tasks are directed towards somehow showcasing everything my life has consisted of so far it is important, yet nearly impossible, to remember just that, "simplicity." It seems that with invested time and energy comes a level of knowledge that answers our most fundamental questions (for those of us who formed questions to begin with). But whether it be your first question or your fifth set of questions, they will never be completely answered because from them another thought will always stem.
I read each short quote and get two general feelings. One, being a feeling of tranquility. Each quote takes humanly form as I read each word, and with each syllable comes a pat on my back. The pat on my back makes me feel like it's okay; that other people have juggled details and generalizations, and the uncertainty of which to give the most credit to.Secondly I feel frustrated with each writer for getting off so easily with telling me what I should do, making it sound so right, but not leaving for me a step my step manual of how to apply it to myself at this particular moment. It angers me that each of them found the answer, came up with a witty way of phrasing it, published it, and have nothing else to offer. Of course, that frustration isn't rightfully aimed; it should go straight towards myself, who has found simplicity, but has not yet come to peace with it.
When I can't fully apply the advice of these writers to myself because I can't be comfortable with stripping the existence of anything down to its simplicity. I know its true and beautiful, but it doesn't seem like it will ever be just. Whether that be referring to justice for whatever being displayed or whoever is viewing it. It might diminish the accomplishments and efforts of the display, or skew the impression attained by the viewer since he/she would be deprived of all the true elements of what it is judging.
― Albert Einstein
“One day I will find the right words, and they will be simple.”
― Jack Kerouac, The Dharma Bums
“Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication.”
― Leonardo da Vinci
“Life is really simple, but we insist on making it complicated.”
― Confucius
Reaction:
All of these quotes are congruent with their message, which points to "simplicity" as a good and admirable quality. At a point at which so many of my thoughts and tasks are directed towards somehow showcasing everything my life has consisted of so far it is important, yet nearly impossible, to remember just that, "simplicity." It seems that with invested time and energy comes a level of knowledge that answers our most fundamental questions (for those of us who formed questions to begin with). But whether it be your first question or your fifth set of questions, they will never be completely answered because from them another thought will always stem.
I read each short quote and get two general feelings. One, being a feeling of tranquility. Each quote takes humanly form as I read each word, and with each syllable comes a pat on my back. The pat on my back makes me feel like it's okay; that other people have juggled details and generalizations, and the uncertainty of which to give the most credit to.Secondly I feel frustrated with each writer for getting off so easily with telling me what I should do, making it sound so right, but not leaving for me a step my step manual of how to apply it to myself at this particular moment. It angers me that each of them found the answer, came up with a witty way of phrasing it, published it, and have nothing else to offer. Of course, that frustration isn't rightfully aimed; it should go straight towards myself, who has found simplicity, but has not yet come to peace with it.
When I can't fully apply the advice of these writers to myself because I can't be comfortable with stripping the existence of anything down to its simplicity. I know its true and beautiful, but it doesn't seem like it will ever be just. Whether that be referring to justice for whatever being displayed or whoever is viewing it. It might diminish the accomplishments and efforts of the display, or skew the impression attained by the viewer since he/she would be deprived of all the true elements of what it is judging.
"Best Suited for the Crown" (Act II Journal)
In the second act of The Tempest by William Shakespeare the question that entertains the readers mind could me "who is best suited for the crown?" We have Alonso on one side. Although he might be the nicest king who will do the right thing, purposely hinder no one, and love his people, that isn't enough. His personality lacks motivation since he is in some sort of slump or depression. His good intentions aren't enough to lead him to build up the initiative to actually take charge as a ruler. His state of being doesn't allow him to fulfill his role of power. Although he is king he has little authority because he doesn't demand true respect or control as a person. If it weren't for his title he'd be nothing but a nice man.
Sebastian can be perceived as the bad guy, but he has courage, strength, desire, and plenty of initiative to get done whatever he wants. So far, it seems as though he isn't necessarily a bad person, he is just introduced to us at a time when he is going to the farthest and darkest measures get what he's after. If his personality were to work in his favor and he were king he would keep the people under his rule safe, maintain a strong nation, and keep people motivated and devoted to serving and staying loyal to their king.
If neither Sebastian nor Alonso had the title, the person who possesses the most "king like" qualities is definitely Sebastian. He demands authority as a leader, and that's what a king needs to stay in power.
Sebastian can be perceived as the bad guy, but he has courage, strength, desire, and plenty of initiative to get done whatever he wants. So far, it seems as though he isn't necessarily a bad person, he is just introduced to us at a time when he is going to the farthest and darkest measures get what he's after. If his personality were to work in his favor and he were king he would keep the people under his rule safe, maintain a strong nation, and keep people motivated and devoted to serving and staying loyal to their king.
If neither Sebastian nor Alonso had the title, the person who possesses the most "king like" qualities is definitely Sebastian. He demands authority as a leader, and that's what a king needs to stay in power.
Thursday, October 4, 2012
Fifth Journal 9/28
In Frankenstein and in the Ancient Mariner there are two characteristics that represent the same person in a sense. It's almost like an alter ego. In Frankenstein the monster isn't only Victor's creation, but also his alter ego because he is blamed for all the bad Victor's madness brought into his life. Victor blames the monster and avoids admitting the with to keep his image of himself intact so that others don't consider him to be insane. The fact that there are two different entities to portray the same character emphasizes the good and bad qualities of Victor without Frankenstein we wouldn't see the irriponsiblity , discourage, maddness, and fear that VIcto truly holds. In the ANcient Mariner different perspectives are demonstrated by the guest and the Mariner. TOwards the end of the poem they actually fear each other although its suggested that they are the same person. The themes are that ones self can be your own worst enemy and hardest critic.
Fourth Journal 9/20
When Victor doesn't stand up and pronounce that Justine is innocent for William's death there is rationalization because his excuse is that if he speaks up with the truth the will be considered crazy and not be able to prove her innocence, only putting him in a worse place. This is also a place where anagnosis is being avoided because he doesnt realize that his excuse is more cowardly than noble. Now that two deaths have been caused bue to Victor and his monster there is a sort of perpetia because all the good, peace, and retreat that Victor had achieved while his "adventure/journey" with his friend is over instantly when William dies and then Justine dies and he is forced to face the disaster he has created by giving life to the monters.
Second Journal
In chapters one and two many events related to classism in respects to Victor's family. As a memeber of the higher class Victor rebels in some of his thoughts, but at the end of the day he has only known (as far aw we know) a life of high class, so his judgement is limited. He reflects to women in his family as a delicate gift, as if they weren't there for their own existance, but to belong, place, or bring joy to others, which would be men.
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