Personal Narrative: My Interview With Jeremy Salter

It can be said that, when we ask others intimate questions about ourselves, we gain a perspective we have not previously explored. This is an interesting concept, especially when we decide to interview those people with whom we are close. First, I interviewed my long-term boyfriend Jeremy Salter. He gave several answers that shocked me; I disagreed with some, reluctantly accepted others, and yet learned the most with his answers. Next, I interviewed my coworker and closest friend, albeit of only a short period of time, Ashlee Jenkins. Her interview was the least stressful to administer, however, I did not feel like all of her answers were necessarily truthful. Finally, I interviewed my mother, who I am sure attempted to spare my feelings on the difficult questions. Having said that, interviewing my mom was the hardest of the three, possibly because I care more deeply about how she feels. In all, I felt content and humbled by the answers I received. I learned some things about myself that will help me become a better person, for both myself and for my future and current relationships. I have found that it is easy to agree with the positive responses gathered from these interviews. For …show more content…
As explained in the opening statement to the survey, these questions are personal. It is often engrained in us that we should neither discuss ourselves nor monopolize the conversation with personal details. This was the most difficult obstacle to overcome as I sat down with each of the interviewees. Having said that, all three individuals were willing to help me with my assignment and did not act too uncomfortable themselves, making the situation that much easier. The most difficult interview was the one with my mom. I can say this was difficult for me because I felt a sense of worry and a knot in my throat, especially when my mom said I need to spend time with other friends and that I have unresolved issues with my