Lotus-Eaters In Homer's The Odyssey

In The Odyssey, a heroic tale about Odysseus’ return home after the Trojan War, he encounters a variety of monsters, each with their own characteristics and strengths. One of the first monsters he experiences, the Lotus-Eaters, is quite similar to how performance at school is to me. Although the crew is warned to not taste the plant lest they become enraptured by it, they still decide to indulge, eventually forgetting all other responsibilities. Likewise, even though administrators tell students not to put their whole life into the books, I still push myself to spend as much time on improving as I can. This takes away from family time, adventures with friends, and also opportunities to renew myself. Additionally, the Lotus-Eaters become a rather unhealthy addiction for the men. Studies became an obsession for me as well, especially when I am not satisfied with my work. When my grades are not where I desire them to be, the situation affects every aspect of my life and may feel like the end of the world. Several ideas link the Lotus Eaters to school performance in my life. …show more content…
When the men pass by the Sirens, they are lured by enchanting music and voices to shipwreck on the rocky coasts nearby. Similarly, simply Chipotle’s name and its scent tempts to me satiate the fierce longing I feel for the food. Furthermore, resisting the Sirens requires a vast amount of self-control and dedication. Odysseus’ crew place beeswax in their ears and tie him to the mast in order to ensure that they are not swayed by the sounds. Although I do not have to resort to such measures, resisting Chipotle still demands discipline. Chipotle has a strong influence on my life, whereas the Sirens hold onto Odysseus’ men tightly as