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Entry #10: Zuko's Redemption Ark

Zuko's story begins with a turbulent and conflicted background. Exiled by his father for speaking out against the ruthless war strategies, Zuko carries the weight of his father's disapproval, striving desperately to reclaim his honor. His sole purpose is to capture the Avatar, the key to proving his worthiness and restoring his status within the Fire Nation. However, this quest for redemption becomes a relentless and destructive obsession. Zuko's pursuit of the Avatar leads to countless battles and inner turmoil. Throughout his redemption arc, Zuko faces not only external adversaries but also the most formidable foe of all: his own demons. To heal, he must confront his inner struggles, insecurities, and traumas that have shaped his identity. This internal conflict, intertwined with his external journey, highlights the depth and complexity of Zuko's character. The turning point comes when Zuko confronts his father and realizes the true meaning of honor. It is not gained ...

Entry #9 Airplanes

  https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZT8do9mbA/ It's important to approach discussions about sensitive topics with empathy and understanding. However, it's also essential to consider the practicalities and limitations of air travel. While it's understandable that individuals with obesity may face challenges in fitting into a single seat comfortably, the concept of requesting multiple seats on planes raises several concerns. Airline seat sizes are designed to accommodate the average passenger, and allocating multiple seats to one individual would compromise the limited space available on a plane. This could result in overbooking or multiply uncomfortable passengers if one person feels the need to be granted multiple seats. Furthermore, implementing a policy of providing multiple seats to obese individuals could result in added complexity and potential discrimination issues. Trying to determine who qualifies for extra seats based on weight or size could raise questions about fairness. ...

Entry #8: Communication Styles

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          So recently, I've been learning a lot in my communications class when it comes to individual relationships. We had to do a project that included interviewing different people in different relationships with us and observing how the communication in each varied.       The first interview comes from my husband. We have been together for a total of 3 years and married for 6 months. Towards the beginning of our relationship, communication completely circled and flowed through our bond. We were a long distance couple for a few months before deciding to move closer together. During those months apart, we talked every day for hours. These conversations seemed pretty endless, like we could talk forever, but they slowly started to fade. As we grew older and more serious, so did the conversations. We came to realize that the seriousness of life began to outweigh the fun we used to focus on.      My friend Abbie and I have ...