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    I am black of an African American decent. I am Chinese of a Korean decent. I am white, I am Canadian. These statements are common examples of how many people view their race and identity. Similar to the statements made in the novels, Obasan by Joy Kogawa and More by Austin Clarke. Both novels illustrate people as attaching an individual’s identity through their race, colour and ethnicity. Naomi Nah Cane characterized in Obasan, is born in Canada but is looked upon and is treated as an immigrant,

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    by the trashy Manley Pointer. The Mother Mrs. Hopewell, and daughter Joy, have very similar views of themselves and others. They have extremely narrow views in a way that blinds their overall perception when meeting other people. Joy has a sever image complex and it is truly exasperated due to her overall health concerns. Joy and her Mother appear to have a dreadful relationship. The name Joy means rejoicing. Sadly, Joy would legally change her name to the harsh, ugly name of Hulga. Hulga felt

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    extent to which her thirst for freedom was strong. Kate Chopin allows us to visualise the moment that Mrs Mallard is able to shed the bondage of marriage: "free, free, free!." She feels liberated through her husband's death. Much emphasis is laid on her joy upon finding freedom- "there would be no one to live for." The author also points out that "she knew that she would weep again.....folded in death." This only highlights the fact that it is not an expression of love but seems more like a duty that

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    into a state where they become more focused on achieving their personal goals without any help. Brooks states that “Happiness lies not in the mere possession of money; it lies in the joy of achievement” (Brooks, 2013, para. 23). During this quote Brooks states that having money in your possession does not define the joy of your achievement. People can have the basic livelihood and be happy and no one would even know. Many people struggle to live the modern lifestyle because they’re too busy trying

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    do anything to have happiness.It is the opposite of sadness and there are many forms of happiness, and it contrasts to every person. Happiness brings a smile to a face.To somebody, it may be finding a soul mate, and having them can bring a person joy by letting them not be alone.The person would have their soul mate to talk to, and someone to help deal with problems.The presence of that special person can lead to a release of stress and a promotion of well being, causing pleasure and merriment.

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    I freaked out watching TLC show “ Hoarding, Buried Alive”. This show evoked me how modern people have accumulated stuff excessively. In the TV show, none of them are happy living with massive material possessions. It even destroys the relationship with their family members. Hoarders felt uncomfortable, depression and anxiety. This brings me into a question about the negative effect of consumerism in modern days. Why does living more or less effect to our happiness? Over the past years, like many

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    Gabby Nieblas Linville/6 AP Lang 23 October 2017 Happiness Happiness, What causes happiness? How do people stay happy? What even is happiness? Some people say the key to success is happiness. There are very firm believers that discourage that saying or just don’t believe in it. The major part to being happy is of course being happy. But, how can you actually be happy ? What does it take to get rid of all the negative thoughts and adhere to the positive ones. There is some advice you can take into

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    The Daffodils Comparison

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    first poem focuses on the writer's use of a strong imagination to create a multitude and vivid set of pictures that you can imagine yourself. The happiness he gains from creating these images in his mind, fulfill him up with even more happiness and joy. Likewise, Clarke's experience is very similar in that it’s also heartwarming and joyful, it involves many people just like William’s poem. In the poem, the daffodils by William’s technique is to reconstruct an imaginary trip in which he flies above

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    A Good Life Essay

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    Throughout this semester we have struggled to define the common good and what constitutes a good life. While the definition of what is a good life can vary from person to person, whether that mean academic achievement, financial success, or a certain social status; for me, a good life is a life driven through goals and purpose. A life in which you set goals and strive to reach them despite the physical, mental, or emotional obstacles that can get in your way. In Viktor Frankl’s What is a Good Life

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    My Happiest Moment

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    inclined, put in some good hours at the office or at your favorite charity, temple or church. Work on your jump shot or your child's model trains. With luck, you'll find happiness by the by. If not, your time won't be wasted. You may even bring a little joy to the world,”(McMahon Par 12). One of the happiest moments of my life was when I was with my family, sitting around the tv watching a funny movie. We were all having a good time and were very happy. This made me love to spend time with my family, because

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