on The short story “The Paper Menagerie” by Ken Liu introduces the idea that when an individual prioritizes their loved one’s needs over their own, instead of resorting to comfort, they align their values in the face of adversity and develop emotional courage In the story, the complex relationship of a mother and a young… Continue Reading Folded Desires, Unfolded Courage: Embracing Emotional Resilience
on Failure, to many, is the lack of success in one’s ability to achieve their ultimate goals. However, in reality, it is the ability to overcome obstacles and find that inner strength within us to get back up again. When I face failure, it allows me to adapt to a growth mindset; through dedication and hard… Continue Reading Adversity to Achievement
on “The Paper Menagerie” is a short story written by Ken Liu about a boy of Chinese-American descent and his struggle to fit into American society while maintaining a relationship with his mom and Chinese heritage. Initially, Jack, the boy, had a close relationship with his mother, who would make him origami animals to play with.… Continue Reading When to Hold On and When to Let Go
on Response to “Still I Rise” by Maya Angelou: She Will Rise We saw her We saw her stuck in the gossip and lies It seemed like she wouldn’t get out But still, she will rise Her attitude was judged But why, when it’s so unique? Her pride and confidence fills the room… Continue Reading Rules and Perspectives
on What is the role emotional courage plays when an individual experiences separation? Many people fail to see the importance of embracing something, despite being encouraged by others. It is not until they experience something drastic, such as the loss of someone important to them, that they realize that they went about it the wrong way,… Continue Reading Perseverance Through Loss
on Refugee The identity of oneself lies within home, yet oppression does make us flee and all alone friends, family, inheritance, education, culture, all lost taken for granted, now we must perservere and learn to bear the pain and responsibility are for us to share a refugee, a coward, one and the same – war and… Continue Reading The Injustices that Form Society