Even though both Jefferson and Grant Wiggins learned a good lesson, I felt that Grant was the one that had learn much more. Jefferson was just not open to his family members and those close to him, but had either recorded or kept his feelings inside. When he actually expressed his sadness and frustration to people, I guess some people would classify that as a big lesson learned, but I think Grant went through some major change. Grant had first felt that there was no point in his lifestyle. Why was he living like this?
Most students try to avoid being lectured or get in trouble for something they can avoid. This is definitely extrinsic motivation that in turn create intrinsic motivation. Also, being able to see others students succeed around them can also motivate. If I don't care about my homework but I see that my friends do, I might be more likely to start caring about it
Yet I would not expect someone that isn’t as close to me to immediately grasp what it is I am trying to get across. Taking the description and details out only because it is someone close to me puts a strain on our relationship at times. My frustration and annoyance that I am still being asked to help when I briefly stated I wanted me to take over starts an argument. Being clear in communication could avoid future arguments. After reading this article I see that no matter how long you know someone or how close you are to them the communication needs to be clear.
It teaches that that we have to respect people that have authority over us. Although, I don’t think a lot of things were right that happened in the book. Yeah, you should respect people that have authority over you, but the people that do shouldn’t take power of that. No one should ever get beat up because they were listening to someone, or they shouldn’t get bullied cause of it either. The teachers also should have stepped in when they saw the fight happening and not just stood there.
Adler and Proctor II imply that individuals cling to first impressions. I do not know why I sat down and started talking to her. I just could not stand to see her cry, so I sat down and asked what was wrong and if I could do anything to help. She began explaining that she had been on vacation for a week and now the paperwork was a mess, and money was missing from the store. Although she was not yelling, her voice was above the normal for my comfort and her hands were constantly
It also helps us relate in a way say, “we have all been there” when he describes his personal feelings. Some examples are when in the beginning he says he like to think he has control of everything in his life but sometimes it just doesn’t work that was, or when the educator was getting extremely confrontational with the attendant and he felt he was stuck or didn’t want to be acquainted with her. His audience is probably the hardest
My answer to that is no I would not; its because of the mistakes I have made that make me who I am today. William Stafford signifies that people come in and out of your life; some playing little roles and some playing significant roles. Through all of this I have friends come and go; no matter who they may be everybody has made an impact in my life in one way or another. When things get rough you realize who is actually close to you; but it’s the people that exit my life in a hurry that have taught me a lot. I have realized that people can come and go out of my life as they please, but it’s the people that stay that truly impact me.
We were only getting a ration that would keep us barely alive. The pain worsens everyday and I can’t wait until that day where I stop living and just collapse, but then I think for a second, I think of how selfish I am being. My mother and sister wouldn’t want that, they would hurt knowing their son has given up, so that’s what is keeping me moving. Sometimes I question if they are still alive, but I shouldn’t I should be confident and think and hope of the best. I will survive!
Whenever I mention something from the past, she gets this emotional expression on her face, and stares down. I guess that’s her feeling sorry and ashamed, of making my life so miserable growing up. My mother has a serious problem, and I’ve always been scared to become just like her, especially now that I’m a new parent. But I learn something new from my daughter each day. Being a parent is an amazing gift and I cherish each and every moment of it.
My judgments are my own and it’s unique. I can’t predict when it happens and when to shut it down, just like my heart beats. I thought this way because whenever I am are faced with someone or something new, I don’t necessarily think over my thoughts to see if it’s reasonable or if I should not think these thoughts. I was questioning how Gladwell will be able to educate and teach someone to control their judgments and first impressions because everyone is different and their thoughts are of course not the same. However, I do understand how learning to control my snap judgments and first impressions is important because it gives people a second chance to prove who they are but everyone is entitled to their own judgment and not everyone has to agree with