B.R.A.V.E

Many of the readings for EWRT class is freedom themed. One example is in A Man In A Case, which I recently discussed in my previous post, is also related to the issue of freedom where Varinka's attempt to freely express herself is hindered by society's expectations. I think that the society plays a great role in determining an individual's sense of freedom. In Varinka's case for instance, she believes a lot in freedom, but the society's point of view - which in this case is represented by Byelinkov, resented her. This results in a conflict which ends with the couple parting ways.

I strongly believe that everyone deserves their own freedom, and nothing should be able to stop them from achieving it. I think that the issue discussed by both texts in EWRT class is a very controversial news to current society as well. Even when things are not as extreme as to how Varinka can't bike, I think that currently many people chose to become someone they are not for the sake of fitting in. It's a shame because I believe that everybody should have the right to express themselves and be whoever they want to be without the fear of judgements from anybody. Too bad the world did not think that way.

I remembered recently listening to an empowering song about freedom. It's called Brave by Sarah Bareilles, which discusses a lot about how we should be brave to be whoever we want to be. Try listening to it, it makes you feel BRAVE :)

Vanellope Von Schweetz: I have to admit... It's a really nice song... 

Michelle: Great to know that you think that way! I think that you should start listening to songs like this! They keep the positive energy inside you! 

Vanellope Von Schweetz: Fine... But hey, I hate how people can't stand being themselves just because they are scared that everybody else would not like them...

Michelle: It's an ugly sad truth about the world Vanellope, that is why, you better start growing up!

Vanellope Von Schweetz: Don't worry I will!