- Anxiety and aversion both have been major barriers for me in my past writing experiences. When I come upon major assignments or standardized tests I can study or write for hours and days before and no matter what the anxiety will still get to me even after all the work and effort I put in. Anxiety isn’t just an obstacle it’s a mind game that truly twists your mind and wants you to fail but once you put your mind to it and give it your best you will overcome it. I plan to utilize and adopt Eichmeyer’s skills and strategies throughout my transition to college by setting aside a certain amount of time for every assignment and utilizing all my time efficiently.
2.Two worlds that I existed in are going to a Jewish private school my whole life and being sucked into a very secluded bubble of almost zero diversity. Going to a fully Jewish school gave me less of a chance to interact with new people of different cultures and religions. Once I got a little older and by living in New York City, one of the most diverse cities in the world, it really has given me the opportunity and ability to interact with lots of new people which I have learned a lot of amazing things from. Another world that I have existed in is Anti-Semitism. Being a proud practicing Jew in New York also comes with the hardships of the vast amounts of hatred Jews face on a daily basis. Many may think that this hatred discourages us to continue to practice, but it truly makes us stronger and more united. No matter how much hate certain people can show, as a practicing Jew I believe that everyone is connected through the creation of god and we are all brothers and sisters and all equal.
ENG 2100: Writing 1 with Jay Thompson
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