The law of Karma is the law of cause and effect. It is everywhere around us, and there is no escape. It is evident even in writing. Now, an effective writer knows that a person cannot just connect any two things and determine those things have a cause and effect relationship. That relationship must be clearly stated. That's where efficacious transitional words and phrases help out; they show which actions are related to effects. That's not always so easily discerned, either. Many effects are the result of a series of causes, and, conversely, one cause may have many effects. It often takes some serious thinking to get to the heart of a problem. The more clearly you can define the relationship, the easier job a reader will have understanding your point(s).
Blog Assignment: On page 154 in the textbook, select either #3, #8, or #14 and write a cause and effect paragraph. Be sure to provide a topic sentence that clearly states your point.
My Response: To tell the truth, I love technology. Many of my peers are not so enamoured of it and are actually afraid to venture out into the realms beyond their cell phone and email, but I love to explore the web's online software that make artistic creation so much fun. Even though I am a tech junkie, I do realize that the computer can have negative effects on relationships. I have to use the computer for work and I am constantly searching the Internet for the latest educational research and aids to make my classroom teaching more vibrant. However, I know that finding just the right thing can sometimes take forever. As a result, the time I have to spend online robs my marriage of face-to-face time with my husband. And he can be even worse than I. He designs websites, so he spends an inordinate amount of time on the computer. Usually, the only time we spend together is dinner. The rest of our evening is spent with each of us separately on our own computers working. As if searching for information were not enough of a problem, there is the whole email annoyance. I hate wading through the spam I get from other district employees trying to find the information I need to get through my teaching day. In fact, I am usually several days behind reading email, so I have to check that in my off time as well. I really hate that keeping up with work's newsflashes steals time from my family. It takes forever just to get rid of the junk I don't even need to read! I have even given up my Facebook posts because I just don't want to rob my husband, daughter, and pets of the little time I have left. The Lord knows there is a lot of mindless drivel to snorkel through just to get to something really interesting on Facebook anymore. So, even though I see the value and love all the neat, creative things I can do online, I prefer to relinquish the negative effects of time theft by limiting my interactions online.
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I have always considered my self to be old fashion, with the fact that I’d rather write someone a note than to send a quick text. However, technology has helped me in various ways. Even though technology has negative effects, it has positive ones as well. For example, college courses usually require students to set up an email account. This helps the students keep in touch with professors if they have questions concerning any material. In some cases, classwork assigned to students can be sent through messages online. Technology is a huge cause of useful and resourceful tools. Effects will follow; some will be negative. For example, take social net works, God only knows how long we spend our leisure and work hours on these websites. I personally have grown sick of Facebook, due towards a lot of negativity. Sure, its fun to catch up with friends and family members, but I really don’t care about how drunk you were last night or what the weather looks like outside by your mobile upload. Another reason I am hesitant to technology is because it simply isn’t interacting with people face to face. I feel as though it gives you a false sense hood of a relationship over a text, telephone wire, or instant message. I feel like we all are too reliable on our technology or our guilty pleasures. I have an I-phone and there is an APP for just about anything. Have you ever heard a story from your parents that all started out with… “Well back in my day we”. Imagine us young adults, and what we will be saying to our future kids. I feel as though “back in the day” people didn’t really have a problem telling someone no to their face, but technology has cheated us from telling the truth. We can simply back out by a quick text. I also feel that back in the day when someone made plans they would go through with it. They would get their information straight in order to meet a friend up. However, with technology you can bail out. With a cause you obviously will have effects. It all comes down to how you use your time.
ReplyDeleteAlcohol is a great socializing tool. Users get more relaxed, talkative, less shy and fun. The consequences of the abuse of alcohol are disastrous to the users and those around them. When people use alcohol in excess, they experience loss of coordination, poor judgement, slow reflexes, loss of memory and even blackouts. It affects the heart by high blood pressure, and abnormal beats. The prolonged use of alcohol can cause severe liver damage and diseases such as fatty liver, hepatitis and cirrhosis, which is the leading cause of death among alcohol addicts. The most painful part of this addiction, is the way it affects the people that are around, loving the person with the addiction. As alcoholism creeps in the users life, the consequences of the abuse are long term destructive leaving the person depressed, lost and empty. They loose the self control, sense of responsibility, jobs, friends, and money. Member of my immediate has been an alcoholic, and it has perpetually affected my life.
ReplyDeleteVolunteering in your community can help you have a sense of self satisfaction in life, a better self-esteem, and sense of control over life physically and mentally. Responsibility to being committed to an effort or cause that you feel strongly about gives a great sense of fulfillment. Volunteering can also strengthen the lives of others in your community. For example: teaching your children to volunteer helps them to understand what it means to make and keep a commitment. This shows that being responsible by being on time, doing their best and being proud of the end result can benefit not only themselves, but other peoples lives. They also learn you can make a difference, just by sacrificing your time or possessions to help others, have a better life. In conclusion not only are you helping your community, you are also helping your child learn to be aware of the community and to have compassion and empathy for all people in the world.
ReplyDeleteVolunteering is one the most helpful thing that one person can do to help out the community or the world.When I volunteer I feel a better satisfaction in what I do. I volunteer at my church on sundays and on wensdays.I feel its the way of giving back to the church. I have been going to the church for four years. Volunteering is one of the prideful and giving back to the community that we can do.I feel that the youth of today should at lease volunteer once a week for eight hours.When I got in trouble when I was 15 I had to do some community hours a homeless kicten. At that point in my life I really did not care for it but I just had to do it.At lease it change the life of the homeless. I beleve that everone should do some volunteering in this world it could help everyone. When the person volunteer thay should feel a pride on what thet do.Its not to benefit them its the benefit the one you are volunteer.
ReplyDeleteThere are some things in life we can not change and one of them is ones family genealogy. My mother was diagnosed with Hypothyroid Disease. Hypothyroid is an underactive thyroid that causes weight gain, fatigue, and depression. Thyroid hormones are produced by the thyroid gland. This gland is located in the lower part of the neck, below the Adam’s apple. The thyroid gland uses iodine which we get from such food as seafood, bread, and salt produce thyroid hormones. I was diagnosed with the opposite of my mother’s disease, Hyperthyroid Disease. Hyperthyroid is an overactive gland, which produces too much hormone on tissues of the body. The body’s metabolism is increased, I’m often hot when those around me are not, and lose weight even though I may be eating more. I experience fatigue at the end of the day, but have trouble sleeping, irregular heartbeat, shortness of breath, chest pain and muscle weakness. People often say “Hyperthyroid Disease is good, because I don’t gain weight”, and that’s not so. I can’t change my ancestral line, but I can pray for my other family members that this disease doesn’t affect them.
ReplyDeleteThe effects of email, a computer, cell phone, or other technology on a person’s life can be overwhelming and stressful. First, the invention of email has brought a new age of communication between the sender and the receiver of that correspondence. Sometimes he or she may not even be aware an email was sent to them, but it is their responsibility to always check their email. So it is just another “to do” on your daily list of activities in the life at the office. Secondly, a computer is the tool thus enabling the email, which in my mind is related to the beginning of all of technologies that exist today. Thirdly, the cell phone can be annoying because you practically wear it like a piece of clothing; this gadget is on you at all times throughout the day. The phone can ring all day long and you answer it, not even thinking of what the consequences of what it might bring on top of your busy schedule you already have. IPods, Tablets, and Ipads are also additional technological devices that we can also use which are similar to computers, cell phones, and all have the capability of sending emails. In conclusion, I believe all of these devices can be tolerated in the work and at home given the sole discretion of one self control to limit the use of each. But the effects from email, the computer, cell phones, and other technological devices can make life a little more stressful and demanding making life less enjoyable.
ReplyDeleteThere are many reasons people volunteer. Everyone should try to make a difference in their community, even an hour or two a week can change someone’s life; giving others hope or support can improve their ability to cope. Volunteering work is like going to a therapist; it helps me not to focus too much on myself and leave my issues behind for awhile. Also, by helping others I get to set a good example to my kids. People who volunteer are making life choices that shows the value of learning, hard work, commitment, responsibility, and love. Many schools realize how important community involvement is therefore, requiring students to have a certain amount of volunteer hours prior to graduation. Some Universities even have places that connect students to volunteering projects. In addition, there are federal government programs that encourage volunteer work by giving students financial incentive in return for community service. Those who participate receive an award that helps them pay tuition expenses or repay student loans. We should all take time out of our busy schedules to volunteer in our community.
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October 18, 2011
High blood pressure, alcoholism, and diabetes can have serious long term effects on an individual health if they are not controlled. One important effect of hypertension is that it can cause weakening of blood vessels, which may lead to aneurysm or hemorrhagic stroke, if not controlled by medication compliance, adherence with follow-up doctor’s visits, and dietary control. In addition, a stroke can have negative long term consequences in which loss of function from paralysis causes an individual to be wheelchair bound, or even unable to use a limb.
Next, alcoholism can lead to liver damage such as, cirrhosis or hepatitis. The liver tissue is not able to regenerate as a result of injury; therefore, if alcoholism is not controlled by moderate consumption then this results in liver failure. The liver helps the body to metabolize and to emulsify fat, to store glucose for energy, and helps in the production of vitamin. Therefore, if the liver is damaged then bleeding problems like poor clotting time results; also, it takes a very long time to obtain a liver transplant, so alcohol should be consumed in moderation.
Finally, diabetes, if not controlled can lead to retinopathy, which is a disease that affects the eye that can result in blindness. Another effect of diabetes is poor circulation. This is a common problem with diabetics, and if this disease is not controlled then loss of a limb can occur. For instance, a surgical procedure called amputation is done to remove the affected limb. However, all these mentioned diseases can be controlled to prevent these serious long term negative effects.