Category: MA Intercultural Practices

After exploring the website and video on feedback. I’ve come to realize just how powerful feedback can be, especially in today’s world where social media is flooded with comments and criticisms. Many of these comments are filled with emotional anger, which often leads to serious issues like bullying and, in extreme cases, even self-harm or suicide. This makes me believe that constructive and positive feedback is more important than ever. If we could all understand the impact of our words and learn how to give feedback thoughtfully, it would make a huge difference. Our world could genuinely be a kinder and more supportive place.

As a director or creator, I’ve experienced how social media comments can often be overwhelmingly negative and, quite frankly, unhelpful. Many comments lack constructive value and are merely expressions of raw emotion. People often judge without context, saying things like, “I hate this movie,” or “I don’t like that actor because they’re ugly or too fat.” Such comments are purely judgmental and provide no meaningful insight or room for improvement.

In my role as a director, I’ve found that this kind of feedback can be disheartening. It doesn’t contribute to growth or offer anything useful to the creative process. By contrast, thoughtful, constructive feedback could help artists like myself to evolve and improve. So, reflecting on this, I truly see the value of learning how to give feedback in a way that uplifts rather than tears down.

I think Liz Lerman’s Critical Response Process (CRP) CRP and Marshall Rosenberg ‘s Nonviolent Communication (NVC) should be widely used, not only in the arts. And then, I believe that our would will become more beautiful.

You need strict discipline, starting and stopping at specific times.

interview with Gabriel García Márquez, published in October 1991.

Lil Push Plan + Risk > Intercultural Practice

• Plan: I decided to start a routine of going to the gym for jogging and workouts to manage my weight, reduce stress, and take a break from social media and work/study pressures. Initially, I aimed to go every day, either in the morning or after work.

• Risk: However, maintaining this routine has been challenging. I often feel tired after work, wake up late, and find excuses to skip the gym. As a result, I haven’t been consistent, sometimes managing only once or twice a week, which has affected my fitness and stress levels. I also feel the financial pressure, as I pay a gym membership fee and don’t want to waste that investment.

Lil Push Realisation + Reflection > Intercultural Practice

• Realisation: I’ve realized that I struggle with self-discipline in maintaining a gym routine, especially when I’m feeling lazy or exhausted. The inconsistency has limited my ability to reach my fitness goals and manage stress effectively.

• Reflection: Building a consistent routine is crucial for physical and mental well-being, but it requires accountability and motivation. I think it might help if I have someone, like my boyfriend or friends, to join me at the gym, as this support could make it easier to stay committed.

Intercultural Practices INSIGHT(S)

• Insight: This experience has shown me that routines and discipline play a major role in achieving personal goals, similar to cultural practices that require commitment. Just as cultural rituals are maintained over time, a fitness routine also requires dedication and persistence.

• Conclusion: Maintaining a gym habit is challenging, but small steps and accountability can make it easier to achieve. I need to work on finding motivation and creating a flexible schedule to make the habit sustainable.

• Future Work: I plan to start a more realistic routine by aiming for three times a week, potentially inviting my boyfriend or friends to join for motivation. Setting reminders and preparing gym clothes in advance could also help me stick to my goal.

This past week has been challenging yet rewarding. I finally overcame several technical hurdles, including using Miro, Myblog and Moodle. It may seem like a small step, but it feels like real progress and has boosted my confidence. 🙂  However, I still feel deeply frustrated when I speak in class. I often feel that my words lack meaning because I need extra time to gather my thoughts and respond. I’m not quick to express myself, and this makes me feel that my sharing doesn’t contribute much. Honestly, I wanted to escape every time 🙁

I hope that by the end of this semester, I’ll feel more comfortable and confident in expressing my thoughts. I want to reach a point where I can share my ideas meaningfully, without feeling like I’m struggling to keep up. Additionally, I’m wrestling with choosing a topic for my assignment, feeling lost and confused. I hope that with time, clarity will come, and I’ll see improvement in both my confidence and my ability to express myself.