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presented in “First They Came...” by Martin Niemoller, “Courage in Denmark: Resistance to other Nazis in WWII” by The United States Holocaust Memorial Museum From The Holocaust Encyclopedia, and “The Worst Sin” by Joshua Salik. These sources all show the importance on how to act when faced with unfairness. They show people who help ones in need and how they’re treated compared to how someone who doesn’t. The sources all have their own story but lead back the same point. “First They Came…” by…

to snatch a newly released novel; now people wait in line to watch the next Fast and Furious movie. As other forms of media become more and more popular, the importance and use of books are becoming less and less significant. The saying “which came first: the chicken or the egg?” is often a very befuddling question…

always be the easiest path but, most likely will be the best path. One example would be in “The Lottery” by Shirley Jackson, she chooses to go on the stage to continue the tradition, instead of running away. Another good example would be from “First They Came” by Martin Niemoller people come and chooses other people by religion to come with them and the author/speaker does not speak out for others in which he did not choose the right path, in the end when they come for him no one speaks out for…

countries. It is hard adjusting to a new environment mainly for an outsider. I have had so many of my first experience in the past but I think the one that really is the most important one is when I first came to U.S. It was in 2009 when I first came to the land of opportunities USA. My dad always wanted to come to U.S. He thought that there is a money tree in the U.S. He had always seen that whoever came to U.S got rich, but you can never be sure until you experience it yourself. So, he had…

Three Came Home is a movie directed by Jean Negulesco. Claudette Colbert plays the role of Agnes Keith, the loving mother and faithful wife. Her husband, Harry Keith, is played by Patrick Knowles. Together they have a son named George, played by Mark Keuning. This movie revolves around the Japanese invasion of Sandaken. Throughout the film we see the struggle and heartbreak of the family as they face many trials and tribulations. Three Came Home is relevant to our class due to our studies of the…

In Author Thomas P. Hughes ' essay, he asks “Which came first, Technology or society”? He then goes on defining technology, and society to give readers a clear understanding of each subject, in his own words. I personally agree with the statements and facts that Hughes made throughout the whole article. Hughes (2004) states that “Technology is- and has always been-all around us. It is a fundamental part of what it means to be human and how society functions.” In that instance, he basically…

Put First Things First and Think Win-Win Covey’s habit 3 and 4 are First Things First which is about the practice of priorities in time management in a private victory and habit 4 is Think Win-Win which is about a public victory balancing courage and empathic in relationships. Habit 3 reminds me of putting God first. He is my center and sound principle. Habit 4 is reaching out to my neighbor that is a win-win. I am reminded to love my neighbor as myself. In addition win-win is a excellent way…

Part 1 Life can be a deceitful reality special when you wished it would have been easy if only it came with a step-by-step guide. In the book of Stephen R. Convey that is title the 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, it has guidance that is good for students, career individuals and anyone for that matter who is willing to transform their lives in a positive direction. within each of the 7 Habits, I am absolutely convinced that every individual can benefit from at least one of the habits. For…

dimensions. At the beginning of the chapter Covey tells the story about two men who were sawing a tree all day long. One of them sawed wood without any breaks; the second man did short pauses every hour. In the end of a it became clear that the first man who worked without any breaks sawed smaller piece of a tree in comparison to the second man who did many breaks. The reason why the second man sawed larger pieces of a tree was that this man sharpens…

Improve Your Time Management Skills - 16 Time Management Tips To Help You Power Through Your Tasks! In the absence of time management skills there is that last minute rush which can often leave tasks with sloppy results or at worst incomplete. This disorganised approach creates unnecessary stress which is then compounded by the fact that those expecting you to "come up with the goods" being disappointed in you. Unresolved, this behaviour can create a cycle of diminishing self confidence and…