Reflections Week 11

“…when I reflected on it, has induced me sometimes to say, that were it offered to my choice, I should have no objection to a repetition of the same life from its beginning, only asking the advantages authors have in a second edition to correct some faults of the first. So I might, besides correcting the faults, change some sinister accidents and events of it for others more favorable. But though this were denied, I should still accept the offer. Since such a repetition is not to be expected, the next thing most like living one's life over again seems to be a recollection of that life, and to make that recollection as durable as possible by putting it down in writing. “ – Benjamin Franklin

Reflecting back over the semester and the errata I would correct if I were to take this class again comes down to one single, simple word: time. I have never been, and am convinced I will never be, able to construct my time wisely. Time management is one of my biggest downfalls and always comes back to bite me, especially in online classes. With the stresses of work, exercising, time with my family, friends, and my boyfriend, it is easier to put school aside and focus on these things first, especially when I do not have to actually attend class. With this in mind, I would change my procrastination habits in a heartbeat! No more waiting to complete all the writing assignments on the same day, last minute. No more lagging to participate in group discussion because I only have a couple hours left before next week’s discussion opens. No more readings not being completed. No more submitting blogs 3-4 days after they were supposed to be posted. NO MORE GETTING BEHIND!

I would also change, as I have stated before, my voice in my writing. I have always struggled voicing my opinion, however, this is something I know I can change. I would like to strive harder to find the meaning behind the reading, to take the time to reflect on it, and to voice the idea that I am most passionate about. This is how I can voice my opinion, and it factors down to setting aside time to think. Fortunately, this week, I was granted another opportunity to rewrite my modern slavery essay, and focus on an issue that I was much more passionate about. Because I was given more time, I was able to reflect on the topic and voice my opinion. However, I would like to get to the point where I am not needing that extra week to find my voice.