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Cast Away
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Cast Away
The main character Chuck survives an aircraft accident in Robert Zemeckis’ well-known film Cast Away from 2000 and ends up by himself on a barren island. Chuck has various challenges, including being alone, locating food, surviving on an island, and eventually returning to America. After working at FedEx and interacting with his family, the character struggles on the island until returning and settling into life in Memphis. When closely examining the film, the students can examine various interpersonal communication theories. The movie investigates what transpires when someone is cut off from society and forced to start over, finally demonstrating what occurs whenever one loses everything one holds dear.
The movie’s opening scene takes place before the plane disaster. A FedEx truck is seen traveling down the street as the movie opens with an empty field, an empty road, and no one in sight. Loneliness and isolation are hinted at in the initial scene. The traits of Chuck can be seen at work as the film goes along. His main concern is time, and he is highly authoritarian. Schutz’s theory of interpersonal needs includes the demand for control.
According to the lecture in class, the theory holds that humans require affection, control, and inclusion. The movie incorporates all three facets of the needs theory. After a business trip to Moscow, Chuck returns home to the devotion of his fiancée, who is delighted to see him. As they watch TV together on the couch, they pass out. The family gathers for supper the following day, but Chuck appears to feel more excluded.
Before Chuck boards the aircraft that will permanently alter his life, the film’s second act opens with the line, “I’ll be right back.” Chuck’s fiancée handed him her grandfather’s watch for Christmas, along with a picture of herself on it. The watch’s significance, which stands for affection, is revealed throughout the film. The watch, in my opinion, symbolizes battling for what Chuck cherishes and holds dear because it gives him a reason for optimism and ultimately enables him to leave the island.
The watch indicates that Chuck had faith in his ability to return home and that his willpower was strong enough to enable him to endure on the island and return, which makes it possible to view it as a component of the self-fulfilling prophecy. Since the self constantly evolves and adapts, the concept of self can be plainly seen throughout the film.
Once on the island, Chuck had to battle for his life while simultaneously learning how to survive, acquire food and water, find a place to sleep, and construct a raft.” The motivational needs for safety, belongingness, and love, as well as esteem and self-actualization, were arranged in an ascending order in Maslow’s (1943) positive theory of motivation. (Otway) “This examines Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs as he initially battles for survival. His physiological needs are to light a fire and find food, like coconuts. Finding a cave on the island that would protect him from storms demonstrated his need for protection.
A study examining how one’s self alters during a crisis found that “Additionally, it introduces fresh ideas about one’s identity. Such a process involves the meeting and setting in motion of new and old I-positions or characters. To restore the self’s dialogical potential, the self may need to restructure positions in the service of integration and centering ” (Grill).
Chuck demonstrates this in the movie, who felt compelled to forge a new “person” on the island. Once Chuck is alone on the island, human isolation can be studied. He is the only person on the island, and it may be difficult for humans to remain alone. “The negative effects of intellectual and moral isolation are evident on both sides in the deeper and more significant debates. Isolation may result in fanaticism that borders on lunacy. (Yarros)” This is demonstrated in the film when Chuck makes Wilson his “imaginary pal” to have company while on the island.
Chuck could only have his one-sided conversation with Wilson to satisfy his craving for social interaction. Wilson not only kept Chuck in check and made him feel less alone. When he confides in Wilson, attachment needs like inclusion might be found. Wilson served as a kind of friend and middleman even though he didn’t have the personality to give Chuck the confidence and fortitude to leave the island, something Chuck wouldn’t have been able to do on his own. This was crucial in assisting Chuck to overcome the physical isolation he felt on the island.
Wilson could merely listen and not answer; hence it might be inferred that Chuck was speaking to himself. Wilson provides Chuck with companionship, demonstrating how the self emerges in communication with others. With Wilson’s help, Chuck is less isolated, able to interact and build a life for himself on the island. Wilson functions as a vision of Chuck; if Chuck had never washed ashore on the island, Wilson wouldn’t have existed.
After spending four years on the island, Chuck has constructed a sailing raft to leave. When a storm destroys his sail after setting sail with Wilson on board, Chuck replies, “I’m sorry, Wilson.” I took this as Chuck’s way of saying sorry for working so hard and not spending enough time with his partner, especially around the holidays. After building a new life and self on the island, a boat eventually passes him, and he is ultimately saved. After losing control of the situation on the island, Chuck could only control his escape.
The Johari Window is repeatedly referenced throughout the film. When people start seeking Chuck after the plane crash, concepts from the class lecture familiar to oneself and others can be seen. They know his height, weight, flight number, intended destination, etc. After Chuck returns, we know he is traumatized and doesn’t talk about his experiences, such as having his tooth pulled out with an ice skate, which is known to himself but unknown to others. Unknown to himself and others, he returned, not only surviving four years on an island by himself but also returning to his home country (a huge success).
A study on the Johari Window (known only to oneself and unknown to others) claims that “A variety of strategies, including residents’ willingness to explore new aspects of themselves, direct performance observation by several supervisors, and multisource feedback, would be used to reduce this area. (Ramani) “Because Chuck was forced to combine talents he was unaware he possessed and had no one else to support him, this study is connected to his experience.
Kelly is now married; therefore, there will be nonverbal cues, notably silence, when they reconnect. This represents the unfinished love between Chuck and Kelly but was shattered when he was lost. A closer examination of the transactional model reveals that the surroundings and social context impacted how they behaved when he returned. Chuck’s communication style altered due to becoming accustomed to life on the island and interacting mainly with himself.
Chuck can return home thanks to Wilson’s portrayal of intrapersonal communication and the watch Kelly gave him, which serves as a self-fulfilling prophecy as he struggles on the island. Being compelled to satisfy his physical and attachment needs while on the island, Chuck has experienced what it would be like if everything they had come to rely on was suddenly taken b them away. Chuck had a difficult time surviving on the island, but he persisted and eventually returned to society. The people believed that adjusting to island living would be just as difficult as adjusting to life in Memphis.
References
Grimell, Jan. “The Story of the Self in the Aftermath of Crisis: A Case Study.”Journal ofConstructivist Psychology, vol. 29, no. 1, Jan. 2016, pp. 66-79.EBSCOhost,doi:10.1080/10720537.2015.1079509.Otway, Lorna J., and Katherine B. Carnelley. “Exploring the Associations betweenAdult Attachment Security and Self-Actualization and Self-Transcendence.”Self &Identity, vol. 12, no. 2, Mar. 2013, pp. 217-230.EBSCOhost,doi:10.1080/15298868.2012.667570.Ramani, Subha, et al. “Uncovering the Unknown: A Grounded Theory Study Exploring theImpact of Self-Awareness on the Culture of Feedback in Residency Education.”Medical Teacher, vol. 39, no. 10, Oct. 2017, pp. 1065-1073.EBSCOhost,doi:10.1080/0142159X.2017.1353071.Yarros, Victor S. “Isolation and Social Conflicts.”American Journal of Sociology, vol. 27,no. 2, 1921, pp. 211-221., www.jstor.org/stable/2764825.
Admission Essay (3)
Admission Essay
Manette Ganiche
Utica University
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My desire to become a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) stems from my inborn empathy, the need to be helpful to others, and a clear vision of what I can do to improve people’s well-being. I would not say I was born to be a nurse because it sounds pretentious. However, I feel confident to claim that my character traits, passion, and determination to develop in this sphere of human activity make me a worthy candidate to serve in the medical profession. Also, the opportunity to witness how medical knowledge is growing is inspiring and has motivated me to pursue a medical career, specifically FNP. This is my second application for an FNP program. I had previously enrolled in an FNP program at Mt. St. Vincent, but unfortunately, I had to discontinue the program. When I enrolled in the FNP program at Mt. St. Vincent, I used to commute from Texas to New York to attend classes once every week. Sometimes my flight would delay leading me to miss some of my classes. An unfortunate incident occurred when a flight delay led me to miss three of my quizzes, which were scheduled on the same day. I tried to explain my situation, but I was told that passing my exams was impossible. This has forced me to apply for the program afresh. Since I am currently serving as a traveling nurse, I have opted for an online programme that Utica University offers. I believe this program will improve my skills to serve the patient population better and improve the patient quality of life.
My professional experience over the past years has prepared me sufficiently for future education in the field of the FNP. As a RN at various healthcare institutions, including PSI Staffing Solutions, Boynton Beach, Total Home Health care, West Palm Beach, Unique Medical, West Palm Beach, All Metro Healthcare, West Palm Beach, Boynton Beach Health Care Center, Meadow brook Care Center, Freeport, and White Glove Placement Inc., Brooklyn, NY, among others, I learned how to monitor and recognize changes in patient signs and symptoms and intervene in emergent circumstances. Besides, I learned how to differentiate between abnormal and normal physical conditions and participate in activities involving managing patient pain. Moreover, I gained more insights into analyzing the situation, foreseeing pathophysiological problems, and detecting changes in status. Currently, I am working at Old Compassionate Health care. Here, I have gained multiple experiences that have improved my knowledge and skills in managing and caring for patients with critical health conditions. Besides, I have been tasked with medications and intravenous administration. Also, I am tasked with grooming and bathing patients and assisting with general care. I also respond to life emergencies and calls, which are essential roles of a family nurse. All the clinical experiences have well-prepared me for a FNP career as I have been introduced to most of my roles, in which I have shown a great impression in performing these duties. Furthermore, my professional experiences have allowed me to amass critical organizational and communication skills, including fostering amicable analytical evaluation, intellectual creativity, and technical and domain know-how. I believe these skills are an imposing strength that will continue to serve him well during my future studies.
I know a FNP program will be rewarding but challenging at the same time. Therefore, I have plans to balance my personal and professional obligations to successfully complete the course and clinical work. I will enroll in the flexible online FNP program Utica University offers to balance my demanding professional obligations and personal life. FNP program at Utica University has shown a standardized web-based approved system, SIM center, and versatility with full or part-time opportunities, careful clinical instructors, and clinical selection of preceptors, which are an excellent fit for me while serving a demanding schedule of work.
Although the US has taken measures to improve the healthcare experience, the US healthcare system still faces several contemporary issues which need to be solved. One of these issues is Medical Errors. Medical errors are among the most common causes of iatrogenic negative outcomes in the US healthcare sector. Medical errors need to be addressed to reduce the number of deaths resulting from such errors. Over 200,000 patients in US hospitals die every year due to medical errors. Reducing medical errors will also lower the cost associated with these errors and improve patient safety. I believe nurses are on the frontline of preventing medical errors in the US healthcare system. The members of the nursing discipline can help solve this issue by acting professionally. Acting professionally includes reading drug labels, acquiring continuous professional development, and striving to prevent medication errors. Also, nurses can reduce medical errors by keeping high-risk medications separate. Nurses need to keep high-risk medications separately since these medicines have a very high potential of causing patient harm or even death when used erroneously. I hope to become part of the team helping to deal with the issue of medical errors. This will be achieved through successful enrolment in a FNP program at your esteemed institution. Therefore, I look forward to the program and hope you will consider my application positively.
MOST IMPORTANT LESSONS
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MOST IMPORTANT LESSONS I STUDIED IN GOVT 2305 THIS SEMESTER
I consider study of how the election process works with regard to my right to vote significant. I could effectively understand how I have a say in how our government works through the election process, how I can become involved in that process. The location of the polling place is important information. It is important to me to be at the correct place, informed of all my voting rights, and to vote where my family will be there as well. The time at which the polls open and close is also important. This information directs me in what time I would like to be able to cast my vote. I think that the knowledge of not only who will be running for office but also their background and experience, provides an accurate picture of what I could expect from that politician’s performance as a leader for my state or country.
Studying the role of members of the Texas Legislature—both in the Senate and House of Representatives was also significant to me since I learned their role in making laws for the country and providing services to the citizens of Texas. — The Legislator serves as the voice of constituents. One of the most important thing a legislator can do is to represent the people and their concerns. A legislator must work hard to understand all sides of an issue. The more knowledge you have about a topic, the smarter your vote will be. I learned a lot about this by taking the Texas House and Senate tour with my classmates (in fact it was one of my favorite classes this semester). We got to go behind-the-scenes in both chambers of the Texas legislature to see how bills are made into laws and to learn about laws that are currently being debated or amended in both bodies. The study of local government issues was also significant to me since I learned that even though state or federal issues could be devastating, it is our local governments that will provide services during those times of difficulty.
I also consider studying the bill of rights as a key topic or area of study since it is one of the most important origins of our judicial laws in the United States and an essential component to understanding U.S. government. The Bill of Rights is often noted for its significance to the government of the United States and its role in American society today. It contains precisely enumerated guarantees that protect the rights of citizens from infringement by the federal government, listing limits on what it can do. It establishes basic individual rights that apply to all people, including criminal procedure, freedom of speech and religion, as well as a prohibition against establishing a state religion. It also prohibits Congress from infringing on states’ rights.
Another important topic that I learned this semester was studying Texas Criminal Justice and its impact on Texas citizens. Political corruption in the state of Texas affects the economic and political life of each one of the citizens. A lack of accountability or transparency is seriously jeopardizing our ability to trust and rely on government officials, which has worsened in recent years. This is an issue that deserve to be studied in order to understand how to deal with it because this matter impacts everybody, directly or indirectly.
Another important topic that I studied this semester was studying the media and its role in the Texas government, specifically the Texas Criminal Justice System. This is an essential topic for study because good communication between the criminal justice system and the community is absolutely necessary in order to gain public support and trust. The criminal justice system can work only with the help of our community, not against them, so I consider this topic a very significant one that should be properly understood and studied by all citizens who wish to participate in our legislative process and live peacefully in our democratic society.
Another important topic that I learned this semester was studying what a democracy is, how it works and what are its main characteristics. Democracy is the form of government in which all eligible citizens have an equal say in the decisions that affect them. The purpose of a democratic society is to establish governmental policies that are carried out by elected leaders. In order to effectively carry out public policy, democratic principles must be applied to procedures for developing public policy and to personal rights, such as freedom of speech and freedom of assembly.
All the topics studied this semester are important in some way. I have chosen the ones listed above because they have significant impact on our lives and I believe they should be understood by each citizen who wishes to live or just travel through Texas safely.
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