Ten Canoes: more conceptual statements

We had the most wonderful time connecting with nature and the local community down at The Cascades on Monday, however I will write a post about that on the weekend when I have more time.

For now I want to document the INSANELY AMAZING statements you guys have created about Ten Canoes. These conceptual statements are sophisticated and insightful. So proud of you all! They show a very good grasp of the complexity of belonging …

Identity:
– The unity of a group creates an identity in which everyone associates.
– Difference in identities causes a lack of acceptance and isolation
– Relationships with others can result in a change of one’s identity.
People:
– Separation from people important to us can affect an individual making them feel excluded and experience a sense of not belonging.
– Attachment to like-minded people creates feeling of security and comfort.
– Self- imposed alienation arises from anxiety about one’s status in society or within a group.
Relationships:
– Attachment can improve the relationship between two people.
– Kinship can aid in one’s ability to find who they are and where they belong.
– Connection is a valuable aspect of relationships as is a responsible for encouraging people to belong.
Acceptance:
– Involvement in the customs/behaviours specific to a group can enhance feelings of acceptance and thus belonging.
– Conformity represents a willingness to accept the ways of thinking of a group.
– Enrichment of an individual’s sense of self occurs as a result of being accepted by others.

Place:

– Disconnection from certain places occurs as a result of social status: The stranger, Yeeralpiraril
– Spiritual connection to the land affirms an individuals life purpose: death of Ridjimiraril, vagina scene (narrator)
– Connectedness to nature informs customs, traditions, culture: making the canoes, gender roles – hunting + gathering

We’re going to be using these in class today and on Monday to write some detailed STEEL paragraphs … I’ll post the finished products to this blog on Monday night! 🙂