Everything changes. Always. Or at least that’s what they say. Who is “they?” Poets and philosophers. Therapists and counselors. Geologists. Stock brokers. You? Will the sun stop being round? Will you get different parents someday? Is water always wet? As you clear a space for your writing materials, think about what does and doesn’t change in the world. Loosen … [Read more...] about What Doesn’t Change?
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Continuity
Think of something that has been present in your life for a long time. It can be something concrete, such as an article of clothing or furniture. Or something more complex, such as the town you live in or a relationship you have. Whatever you choose, describe what it is and the role it plays in your life today. Then flash backwards to other contexts where this same … [Read more...] about Continuity
What Doesn’t Change?
They say that everything changes. Some say that everything is change. Is that true? Most of what we know won’t be the same after the sun blows up. (Will it?) Make a list of about 10 things that you are pretty confident are not going to change. Then comment on a few items on the list. Explain what would have to be different in order for one of these things to change. Tell … [Read more...] about What Doesn’t Change?