This book has moved me and shown me that some people need help that is as simple as listening to what they have to say. So, i am going to make sure that people know they can come to me to talk and I will listen, and not judge them in any way. Also it makes me want to get involved in support groups for those who have been through this type of event so that I may help them in any way I can, because people that have been through something that is not there fault should not suffer from
This book made me think about things I never really thought about before. Things like listening and paying close attention to the sick because interpreting what they’re doing can make such a huge impact or difference. I personally never had to go through the hard times of losing a loved one, so reading this book was very informative and pretty fascinating. Both Callahan and Kelley did a great job of organizing this book and making it very easy to understand. Each and every section had stories that explained the chapter title and the meaning of it.
It is a terrifying yet wondrous experience to see the aftermath of what our words and actions can bring one person to do. This book does so much with what it is trying to do and say and it completely nails it. I can’t think of a single thing I would ever want to change. Violent Ends left me feeling haunted, feeling a sudden fear of “what if?”. I can’t think of a better book to read if you are looking for something that is going to make you think.
I personally enjoyed every chapter that we have learned to date. If I had to pick my favorites, I would choose chapter seven and thirteen. I found these the most interesting because I enjoy learning about the brain itself, how memory works, and the disorders that occur. I find that the brain is the most unique aspect of the human body. Each brain holds millions of memories and ideas that are special to each person, and I find that beautiful.
All together I feel as if I learned more than enough over the topic and it was very informative and
In conclusion you can remember the silliest things that could have never happened or something you imagined. 2) There was one quote that really stood out to me in the book today. That quote was,"...pain is a state of mind... " I feel that it means pain is all in your head, you can turn it off in a way.
The meeting was different than I expected. I expected a small group of people sitting in a circle and telling their stories and it was very different from that. It was an extremely positive place. There were people ranging in ages and people ranging on length of sobriety. Some people there have been sober for over 25 years and some people had less than a week
A good deal of time was spent on sharing and validating. As to what I would have liked to say to the those who shared at this meeting, I would have wanted to tell them how much I admire their bravery in facing the worst of themselves and being able to come out on the other side stronger and more self-aware. I do not think I would have the courage to face the worst of myself. I think the most notable knowledge pertaining to addiction I gain from this meeting was the impact that small inconveniences or slights can have in relation to triggering cravings. I always imaged trigger being events like death of a friend or a loss of a job, but from what the individual in this session stated, the more difficult triggers can be someone being rude or a misunderstand because they catch people off guard and unprepared.
According to the article, “The Unconscious Will: How the Pursuit of Goals Operate Outside of Conscious Awareness” by Custers and Aarts, there are two ways that the unconscious mind may operate in the process of decision making. The first way in which the unconscious mind operates is when “people are persuaded to consciously set a goal to engage in behavior, their unconscious will to act starts out as unconscious” (Custers & Aarts). In a scientific experiment conducted by Benjamin Libet, subjects were instructed to freely move their index finger. During this time, a brain scan was used to measure preparation of the brain and when the person became conscious of the decision to act. The study found that the preparation of the action to move the
One guy David really stood out to me, on Tuesday he celebrated 12 years sober, when he went and got his medal and stated that he was 12 years sober the room immediately congratulated him and told him to keep up the good work. It made me feel like the people there treat each other like family not strangers, and help each other overcome obstacles. Also at the very end of the meeting, while walking out I noticed people talking to the new people that were either new to Alcoholics Anonymous or new to the group at St. Joe’s. They were very welcoming to them and gave them hugs and congratulated the new members for coming. It just made me feel like this group actually helps the members change.
There were people from different backgrounds and ethics believes. The group varies from college graduates to some high school dropouts. I was not as opened minded that people with corporate jobs visits this kind of meeting, therefore I was amazed at the high level of members that function at there work place being a addict to alcohol and they approach used. During my group session I was focused on what the leader was teaching the addicts. They read step eight from their book.
After reading the Invisible Man we had to write an essay, and what was great about this is that we had to brainstorm our own thesis (something that I have never done before, usually the teacher provides the student with the thesis) but everyone had a different view on the book. This was a great way of challenging the class as seniors. With writing our own thesis we had to argue and support one’s thinking so it would make sense to the
Chapter 11 was a very useful chapter for me to read. Although I have read and known most of what chapter 11 was talking about, I still enjoyed to read it because I am at a point in the semester where I am getting bored and delaying tactics. I am beginning to hang out with friends more than using my time in the library or at home studying. I was not as excited about my classes as I was in the beginning of the semester, but reading chapter 11 put me back on track and I found more motivations about school as I had before reading the chapter. One of the most important sectio9ns in this chapter was where it talks about creating a regular schedule for studying.
It will surely make you think and raise questions. Some portion of book is frustrating like but overall Its light straight forward and reflective. You will surely found worth it for your time you spent reading it. Highly recommended for those who have read other books of
A weakness of counsellor support is that children and young people may find it hard to go to a counsellor at the beginning for support. “At Way Forward we do understand how difficult it is to make that initial contact with a counsellor or even to walk through the door for the first time." Wayforaward counselling accessed on 01/02/18.This may be due to them worrying over what other children and young people may think. Another weakness of gaining support from a counselor is that young children may not find it useful due to having to communicate with people face to face. Another weakness for children and young people may be that they may find it hard to speak to a counselor as they may feel as if they are going to be judge or not taken seriously.
