Final Self-Reflectiven Essay EWRT 02

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Jose Santos Hernandez
Yeganeh Modirzadeh
EWRT 2
19 March 2023
Reflecting Over Thought’s Shadows
As we move through life, we encounter a multitude of experiences that shape who we are
and how we view the world around us. Whether positive or negative, each experience offers an
opportunity for growth and self-reflection. This self-reflective essay will allow me to delve deep
into my thoughts, beliefs, and behaviors, gaining a better understanding of ourselves in the
process. By reflecting on our past experiences, we can identify areas for personal development
and gain clarity on who we are and what we want in life. In this essay, I will explore a significant
personal experience that has had a profound impact on me, examining the lessons learned and the
ways in which this experience has shaped my identity and perspective. Through this reflective
journey, my goal is to gain a greater sense of self-awareness and to offer insights that may be
useful to others on a similar path of self-discovery.
To begin reflecting on my first essay, the one I wrote about systematic inequality in
America. “Of the mentioned factors, racial discrimination happens when this uneducated or
poorly educated great percentage of the nation gets blinded by their hate and their
monochromatic views that society suffers the greatest” (Hernandez 2) In this passage, I argued
that systemic racism in America is a result of uneducated individuals projecting their guilt onto
others. Additionally, the legacy of slavery, racial discrimination, and economic policies favoring
the wealthy are identified as structural and systemic factors that have contributed to this issue. To
support this argument, specific examples of how racism has played out in American history were
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provided, not really effectively though, such as the fear instilled in white women to isolate them
from black men and the intentional creation of privilege by those in power. It was also
emphasized that the effects of racism are harmful to those who perpetuate it, leading to
alienation, violence, and economic disadvantage. Ultimately, I is suggested that recognition of
these prejudices and privileges are necessary to create a more productive and supportive society
for all. However, as the author, I acknowledge that there may be additional perspectives and
factors at play, and that more research and action is needed to address systemic racism in
America.
As a student, I have always found that seeking the advice and expertise of my English
teacher has been invaluable in improving my writing skills. Earlier this quarter, I had the
opportunity to discuss about my essay topic with my teacher and was struck by their extensive
knowledge and insights on the subject. She gave me plenty of good things to work on in my
essay, even though I wouldn’t be able to work on it for a better grade, and I’d like to discuss a
little about one in special. “This paragraph needs a focus that is stated clearly in the topic
sentence. The paragraph presents more than one main point. This affects the cohesiveness of the
argument. Be sure to discuss and argue one main point per paragraph. State that point in the topic
sentence clearly” (Mordizardeh 4). The advice given her is crucial for improving the clarity and
effectiveness of my paragraph. By focusing on one main point per paragraph and stating it
clearly in the topic sentence, I can enhance the cohesiveness of my argument and make your
writing more persuasive. In this paragraph, I unconsciously touch on several important aspects of
systemic racism, including its harmful effects on disadvantaged members of all races, the ways
in which it has been perpetuated through intentional policies and practices, and the role of
privilege in creating and sustaining inequality. However, by addressing so many different points
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in one paragraph, I risked diluting the impact of each idea and confusing your readers. By
following my teacher's advice and focusing on one main idea per paragraph, I can make my
arguments more focused and compelling, and ultimately, more effective. This along many of
other comments she made on my essay are things that I had in mind for later papers in the class
and I think I did a great improvement there.
Overall, this was a class I greatly enjoyed over the quarter. EWRT 2 taught me a lot
about the way class inequality and critical thinking are ingrained in our lives and the weight that
they have in how we live. This English class on class inequality has been a transformative
experience for me. Through the writing assignments and class discussions, I have gained a
deeper understanding of the ways in which class inequality impacts our lives and society as a
whole. Writing essays on this topic has allowed me to express my thoughts and emotions in a
constructive way, while also challenging me to think critically about the issues at hand.

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Hernandez 1

Jose Santos Hernandez

Reflecting Over Thought’s Shadows

useful to others on a similar path of self-discovery.

alienation, violence, and economic disadvantage. Ultimately, I is suggested that recognition of

and I think I did a great improvement there.

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