I would list this mini-essay under the heading "self respect" more than "self reflection.'
Thank you, Ting Ting, for making it available to your classmates.
Thank you, Ting Ting, for making it available to your classmates.
COMMENT and REPLY as you see fit.
I gained intellectually from learning the meaning of the
Renaissance. In my self-reflection a few
questions came to mind. What is my mission in this world? What am I advertising in my life? Did I spend
and invest my time efficiently? As I am watching the video lecture, I am
constantly reminded to not only cherish what we have but to preserve it.
Although we cannot preserve time, we can invest time in things that put value
in our life. I appreciate more of my past (good or bad) and I am hoping to
redefine myself in this world.
Emotionally, I felt disappointment, resentment (I have an
impulse to act) and inspired. The meaning of the Renaissance gave me an
enlightenment and impulse to learn more about the greatness of the world. I
acknowledged that I have a sensitive personality and I seek inspiration for my
ideas from knowledge (information). I
want to continuously get closer to what the meaning of life is.
Hey Ting Ting,
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing your interpretation of the video! From the student responses I've read so far it seems that we are all sharing this enlightened notion of the Renaissance. It seems that we are all starting to have this greater sense of what artists and philosophers hoped to accomplish during the Renaissance. Self-reflection and natural curiosity for the meaning of life has been one of the most captivating internal explorations in the world. You seem to be having such a personal experience with the material which is amazing! Personally I can't drive myself to explore beyond my everyday reality. It would drive me crazy and I would sit in my room for hours just contemplating and instead prefer to connect with the idea of life through my everyday experiences and challenges. Its great though that this class has helped you grasp this greater understanding and appreciation!
Crystal,
DeleteI think my appreciation for the Renaissance came in to focus with the talents of Leonardo Da Vinci. I always admired the sculptures and paintings of the period, but Leonardo's relevance to today is just amazing.
I like what you said about how we're all starting to do what the artists and philosophers of the Renaissance hoped to accomplish. It's pretty exciting that they were working to build a better society for their time but they still have a positive impact on us today.
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ReplyDeleteI liked how you say we need to invest time in things that put value in our life. I guess we would all agree with that logic because we are all in college. No matter where life takes you, you should always be happy with who you become. I have to say I am a bit jealous in the possibilities your youth brings to you. You do seem to be having a very strong connection to the philosophical exchanges and that is great. Keep your enthusiasm and pursuit in things that make you happy.
I second this! Investing in meaningful things that add value to your life is what I try to live by. Instead of living life like other middle aged 20 year-olds and spending money on clothes, cars, an other luxuries I try to invest in myself. Reading as much as I can and taking vacations where I can learn about a new country and culture. Those are the types of investments we should all be making!
DeleteI third this. Reading- brilliant. So simple, yet powerful, and free! Strong return.
DeleteI love this! It means everything to me as well to invest my time in things that actually matter. I believe that spending money luxury things makes you happy for that moment but what will it do for your future?
DeleteTing Ting, I love how much of a personal experience you have had with the meaning of the Renaissance. It is apparent that you have taken the time to think about the part you play in the bigger things. I think this is the meaning of thinking critically.
ReplyDeleteInvesting time. I must think more intensely about this concept. I often consider investing money and its benefits, but if we apply the belief that time is money, then things we give focus and attention to will be allowed to multiply and work for us-gaining its own momentum. Sort of like the extra amount a plant will flourish and flower, giving returns of fruit and beauty if you simply add love/prayer/song to it’s ritualistic care needs above and beyond water and sunlight.
ReplyDeleteHi Kathryn, I feel the same way. The older I get the more I think about how I allocate my time and reflect of whether it is worthy. I loved the flower metaphor, too! It is very poetic and accurate way to describe how sometimes to get the result you want you need to invest different resources.
DeleteHi Ting Ting,
ReplyDeletewhat you said really hits close to home because often times in this higher education process I find myself questioning why I’m here, what I’m putting into this world, and what I’m hoping to gain out of it. I really respect your choice to come out and share the emotional impact this video had on you.
Ting Ting
ReplyDeleteOne of the many things my parents taught me was appreciation: we don't know what we have until we lose it. I completely agree that we must be grateful for the things we have and also preserve them. I learned that one must learn from the past in order to avoid repeating the same mistakes. If we learn the lessons the past teach then we have a chance at being better in the future.
Hi Ting Ting,
ReplyDeleteThat is a very interesting perspective on learning. I believe, we all should appreciate the opportunities to learn our generation has. Redefining yourself in the future is an ambition goal and great inspiration.
I wasn't necessarily asking myself the same questions after watching the video but now I am. Goddamn it Ting Ting, now I'm having an existential crisis while doing my homework. But seriously, after reading your response I see how the Renaissance does make you ask questions like that and I really take to heart what you said about investing time into things that put value in our life. I have issues with motivating myself but that one sentence motivates me more than any inspirational quote out there. So, thank you Ting Ting.
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DeleteThank you, Nicholas:
DeleteI am glad that you are motivated and connected in this route of inspiration. I was once asked in an interview: If you have the choice to choose one from the following (wealth, inspiration, power) what would it be? If I can travel back in the time of my interview, I will choose inspiration.
This is a good reflection that link personal experience with the meaning of the Renaissance. Renaissance to me was only a historical event. But, I should start thinking its connections with me maybe?
ReplyDeletePerhaps it was, but maybe there could be a connection somehow.
DeleteI think is it true that we must act on inspiration, and the Renaissance tells us that as humans we must progress and adapt to live better lives. Ting Ting says it well in her statement.
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