Interpersonal ties

When I was a little child, I was the loner. At lunch, I was rejected by the other girls and ate at the boys’ table. At recess, I would sit on the swings by myself. In short, I was the loser of my school. At the start of seventh grade, I was given a second chance at a social life when we moved. Things did not go well from the start. In fact, it felt like a repeat of my early years. I remember on my first day, one boy, Johnny, who would later make my life hell, greeted me with “konichiwa” even…

and at times the two sisters themselves. The various relationships between the characters in this film reflect key characteristics of romantic relationships, friendships, and family relationships from chapters seven and eight in the textbook. Interpersonal communications and relationships play a major role in the creation of conflicts within this film as well as solving some of the conflicts. Two major relationships in the film are Anna and Elsa being first and foremost and secondly Anna and…

Good morning/afternoon ladies and gentlemen of the IDEA world youth forum. I am Juliet Kaiser from M2 and it is with my great pleasure to be presenting here today addressing prevailing readings and perspectives of cultural and social issues. However, I will specifically be addressing the significant issue of overly romanticised love and how it has been represented in literary and contemporary texts. I strongly believe, texts overly romanticise love and subsequently lead audiences to have…

In nearly every family, children are dependent on their parent or guardian for nourishment, care, and a source for happiness. They lack the maturity and understanding about the world in order to make their own decisions. Therefore, they aren’t able to seek the independence and freedom until they are old enough and properly prepared to explore the world on their own. Once children gain the wisdom to do so, they free themselves from the detention of adult dependence. Furthermore, they are…

In her paper “Why Marriages Fail” by Anne Roiphe published in Rites of Passage, the author describes the main reason that marriages fail. Roiphe claims that marriages fail because when choosing a partner people subconsciously choose someone like their parents. Whether the relationship people see growing up is one to admit or one that people realize they do not want, people find partners like their parents. Finding someone like their parents can either lead to a successful marriage similar to…

Finkel et al (2012) conducted a study that discredits online dating and recommends that people meet personally before they can develop liking for each other and eventually fall in love. On one hand, they agree that online dating brings forth a large pool of individuals from which to choose but, on the other hand, they also argue that such a large number will reduce the motivation to commit to a single person. Although the study focused on how online dating influences individuals mindsets, it was…

Silent Cry of Divorce They say that a marriage dies with a silent cry, not an explosion. But how can something that started with such overwhelming feelings end so quietly? Couples often cite a top reason for their divorce was because they were always fighting. But I believe a breakdown in communication is the top cause of divorces in the United States. Having the skills to express your thoughts and feelings to your partner is essential to a healthy, long term relationship. According to John F.…

Love is one of these things that can grow deeper in time, where instead of the lust it’s a now emotional pull. “Many couples experience their relationship like dance in which great sex brings them close, but then this very closeness can make sex difficult again.” (“Mating in Captivity,” 2006, p.28) In chapter 2 Perel describes that love and desire are two different ideas completely. While we typically seem to think they are one in the same, they clash most of the time. Love can be nurturing,…

Solid relationships are formed when 2 people interact and truly enjoy the time spent with one and other. Enjoying each other’s company enough to entice interest in wanting to continue having those same interactions or discussions and carrying on with that personal bond or friendship. I have many great relationships with friends and family. Most of the happiest moments in my life were experienced with these people. Falling in love is another topic all together but love does come from forming a…

In “Bitter in the Mouth,” Truong avoids the traditional love tale focused on an intense affection, rather she has various dynamic relationships which vary due to different circumstances throughout the story. The relationships are all centred around love ranging from romance, heartbreak, family, friendship and ones that seem strained beyond repair. “Bitter in the Mouth” occurs in Boiling Springs, Linda, who has synesthesia, understands that she is different from everybody in her adopted small…