The CA Project

 Clean Food Clean Mind  Entry #6      For most of us, food is just the basic means to live, but actually, what we consume doesn't just keep us alive. It is the driving factor in how we think, feel, and perform on a daily basis. Eating a balanced diet is essential if you want to live life at peak performance. Think of a diet that is full of vegetables, lean meats, fruits, and grains. The ideal breakfast would be something like Greek yogurt and berries. This will most definitely prevent the afternoon crash and keep you going. The crash occurs when consuming too much processed sugar early in the morning.      According this article ,  your brain and gut are connected.  Thus, the easiest way to produce serotonin is by eating clean. Along with that, it is pivotal to get good sleep, have meaningful positive conversations, and keep our stress levels under control.  This is so important for all of the population. If everyone made even just ...

 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 ...