The CA Project

 Entry #5 Mayhem Hero Analysis  The Allstate "Mayhem Hero" advertisement uses character-induced storytelling, humor, and extremely exaggerated scenes in order to persuade the audience to rely on Allstate for their insurance needs. The recurring character narrates the whole ad and highlights how accidents are unexpected, thus reassuring the audience that they feel a need to purchase their insurance.  Click for video. Pathos is one of the most prominent rhetorical strategies used in this ad. They combine a funny aspect with anxiety-driven scenes. The mayhem scenes are entertaining and funny but emphasize the importance of good insurance like Allstate. This mix keeps the intended audience engaged without pressure. Yet reminding them that accidents happen and insurance is a guarantee to not make a dent in your savings.  This ad also includes ethos, as we see signs of Allstate all over the city. Building trust with the audience by using a professional tone and slogan. Thi...

 Introvert turned extrovert Entry #4 Do you consider yourself an introvert or an extrovert? All my life I've been easygoing to talk to or even hang around. As soon as people I don't know personally come around, I seem to put up this shield and isolate. I don't feel panic or anxiety around them; I simply just don't feel comfortable around them. Although I don't believe an introvert can turn into an extrovert, there are some strategies that I can practice. Thus, strengthening my people skills.  A lot of the population deeply confuses being introverted versus being shy. The key difference is when you are introverted and hang out with others, you feel drained. On the other hand, being shy, you simply feel anxiety or even sort of scared. For example, "Try looking at your lifestyle as a whole. Reducing social contact in one area can help you to crave it in another". Simple analyses like this and acting on them can change your life.  Picture cred

 Frozen Sensations Blog Entry #3     When you reach in your back pocket for that metal box, and it makes that clanking noise. We know exactly why you brought it out. You're getting ready to go up to that girl you found super cute. Unfortunately you also just ate pizza and garlic sauce with your boys. Your night would have been completely ruined if you decided to approach her and got not even a hello back. Lets avoid that at all costs. It costs three bucks but gives you the confidence of a million bucks.       You finally get the courage, crack open the box and your smacked in the face with a cold sensation. The aroma smells like your last hike at Wilson's peak. As you put one in your mouth you shiver. The cold feeling in your mouth gives you an adrenaline rush. You walk over to that girl with full confidence, and politely say, "excuse me, excuse me." She turns and smiles, you ask "what's your name? I think you're gorgeous. Surprisingly you and her hit ...

 ADHD As a Student  Blog Entry #2     Do any of you struggle to study like I do? I feel as if I sit down and want to get stuff done efficiently, but then all of a sudden I need to walk around the house. When doing so I find myself going on to do random tasks that are irrelevant at the moment. I'll be honest I have been testing some theories or "hacks" in order for me to stay focused. I know some will say hey go get medicated, and I probably should but lol.  I think that the Adhd brain is a gift instead of a roadblock. This being said it only becomes a took after you are diagnosed, and truly learn your deficiencies. I feel as if it incentivizes you to truly find hobbies or careers you are passionate about. For example, " ADHD isn’t actually an attention-deficit disorder. It can be more accurately described as an abundance of attention – with a lack of control over it."  learning to control your attention is a skill, sometimes it takes sacrifices. Leave your...

 Lifting is life Blog entry #1     A couple years ago I would down talk on lifting weights, I thought it was pointless. Then I was diagnosed with pre-diabetes? I was in shape though, I played soccer consistently. One day I decided to just get a membership with my dad. Lifting weights is scientifically proven to be one of the hearts healthiest activities; you should also start weight training. Lifting weights can be the singular hobby to save your health, and guarantee longevity.      When you do something over a span of time voluntarily it becomes a habit and rooted into your life. I started with three days a week, some days dragging myself in their but i'd make it, then before I knew it I had a gym routine going. This study states, " A  2010 study  followed volunteers trying to build simple routines – such as drinking water after breakfast or eating a daily piece of fruit – and found it took a median of 66 days for the behaviour to become automat...

A Brothers Health Book Blog entry #0     Imagine you wake up in the morning and head to the restroom to brush your teeth. You look at yourself and realize, wow I have zero muscle. This is something a large amount of men tend to live through. Wouldn't you want someone to guide you into building a physique you are proud of? Worry no more brother, i'll teach you the basics needed to be a stronger, more confident, and respected man.      Its a given that as a man no matter what stage in your life, you're likely busy. Working out just three days a week can transform your life. " A 2016  study  published in the journal  Sports Medicine  found that when subjects with the same total weekly training volume hit the weights once, twice, or three times per week, the higher-frequency groups ultimately walked away with the biggest  muscle ."  Seriously brother don't over complicate it. When I first started working out, I went twice a week. Over t...