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Very interesting! This TED talk reminded me of something I had learned in class about how the introduction of print would cognitively affect human memory. Socrates said, “If men learn this (writing), it will implant forgetfulness in their souls; they will cease to exercise memory and become forgetful”. As the reliance of technology rapidly increases, our minds become less and less in our heads. I feel like my own memory has weakened significantly. There are times where I would shake somebody’s hand and forget their names immediately. Maybe I don’t pay enough attention, or do not engage with the other person enough. I need to exercise my memory. I’m going to make it my goal to try and memorize something everyday!
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Life of a Workaholic: Eat, sleep, work.
It’s exhausting, this life I live. Summer didn’t quite start off as planned, but at least it has been productive. Work has taken over my life immediately upon arriving home to Toronto, but I’m not complaining. In fact, I’m actually enjoying it. Today was my real day at work at my new job. I’m loving it so far. The work that I am getting paid to do is almost ludicrous. My entire day was spent standing opening doors, smiling, and greeting guests. Simple huh? I felt a little objectified - simply standing there and pretty much getting paid to look good. Again, I’m not complaining. The clientele that enters the restaurant is primarily businessmen and women in their late 20s-50s (considering it is in the heart of the financial district) all looking to have a good time. My job is pretty much to engage with the guests and talk to them. How fun is that! You’ll be surprised how rowdy these people can get after a couple of drinks. It’s wild. I get a kick out of work watching them in action, letting loose after a long day of work. My favourite part about work is seeing middle-aged gentlemen wink and blow kisses at you! It’s hilarious, but they make my day.
Aside from that, my social life has been subordinate to my work life. It’s the price I’m willing to pay for those big fat paycheques. For now, of course. Once I pay off my credit card (that is unfortunately maxed, wahh!!) and purchase my iPhone, hopefully there will be more time for fun and friends and less work. I just need to get over this mountain of debt first. I feel bad that I haven’t been able to spend much time with my friends lately, especially after making so many plans before. Working two jobs seven days a week is EXHAUSTING. A little crazy if you ask me. I’ll figure it out in the end - I always do. Goodnight!
