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Self-rule and independence may seem quite similar, or even the same, at first glance; however, I believe them to be two different things. With the support of Descartes’ Discourse on Method, it is evident that Descartes also agrees that self-rule and independence are quite different: one implies ignorance, while the other implies a knowledge and understanding of principles. I believe that Descartes agrees with the argument that independence implies ignorance and self-rule is knowing certain principles for oneself, based on his own experiences; however, based on my own experiences, I believe there to be two versions of independence, a good and a pure and complete one. I personally like to look at this argument as self-rule and good independence…

charm of nature. On the other hand, is he really admiring the woods or is he contemplating suicide? This poem seems so pleasant, but I believe it indicates a deeper concern to the theme of suicide. While analyzing the text, in the first stanza, the speaker in the ballad, locates us to where…

In “She Walks in Beauty” by George Gorden, Lord Bryon, the poet describes a woman’s impeccable beauty and how mesmerized he is by her. Many scholars have been in conflict as to who he is describing and what his relationship with her is. We can guess that she is his lover based on the awe that he projects and some even believe that she may be a close family member of his. I believe that he does love her in a romantic way, however she is someone he cannot touch or even hope to build a relationship…

I would’ve kept the same time schedule, however there is only one class for Comp Sci 2 so I have no choice but to take a 9 am class. I hope I have the mental fortitude to change my study habit, but knowing myself that isn’t going to happen. Even though I had only missed about a combined 7 classes, I hope to miss less than that next semester. Ultimately that’s out of my control due to the severity of my leg injury, but the goal remains. I’ve decided to continue taking fifteen credits as I still…

Mrs. Parkerson World Literature 7 December, 2015 Krik Krak Essay Juxtaposition can be best described as the fact of two things being seen or placed close together with contrasting effect. Normally, people always seem to believe that there is only black and white or good and bad. However, this does not seem to be the case in real life situations. This book seems to be an incredible opportunity to experience complex stories that expose the harsh reality of life. In the book, Krik Krak, a series…

Although we have lot of diverse clients come through our facility, I have not experienced a client who does not speak the English language. Most of the times there is only a language barrier between the family and staff. This causes me to believe that having a Spanish version of the intake interview form would be beneficial to our client. However, Third Way center has a diverse group of staff members, and we have been known to utilize staff members who speak more than one language for our…

weight, height, and diet. These 5’11, 90lbs walking chopsticks are always coming up with new “diet trends” that are creating horrifying eating disorders for all students alike. The infamous “sweet potato” diet introduced by these girls recommended only eating one sweet potato per day. A more definite example is in the movie 500 Pound Beauty, where the protagonist undergoes plastic surgery and gastric bypass surgery to achieve a favorable weight of 95lbs that will allow her to finally get…

The case study that we were required to read was very interesting as it dates back to the early 1900’s. This means we were able to see the culture of the company and how it progressed over a century of time! I’d like, for a second, to take the abstract thought of how this company held on to its beliefs and values even through all the changes and advancements we’ve have in our culture with people’s rights and the change of the cultural norm. Analyzing the case study you are quickly led to…

Have you ever loved someone who does absolutely nothing for you and makes your life much harder than it once was? Well, I do, and I think most parents would agree with me. Through all the screaming, crying, peeing, pooping, and sleepless nights I can still say with one hundred percent certainty that I still love my son. I don 't believe there is anything that he can do to make me stop loving him. The unconditional love between a parent and a child, I believe is sacred and almost primal in…

I am currently in an occupation where business is ran in a way to meet very big goals. Meeting these goals is always possible; however, hard work must be put in to do so. I am currently a management major and almost finished with my bachelor’s degree. After completing my bachelor’s degree, I plan on applying to graduate school at the University of Memphis. Picking my choice of study was brought to me by my employment and influential factors. I have been at the same job for almost 5 years, slowly…