The Myth of Technology.
I believe technology has improved many peoples lives while also hindering lives. I believe the same for me. This applies to all, even governments and nations alike. From a personal stand-point I believe my life has been improved from technology. I know this because the internet has helped me wonders through out school. I put a lot into the internet for my success in school. I also believe that technology has hindered me. I say this because I cannot live without my cellphone. This goes for many other people in the world. I use my cellphone daily and it's probably my most used item. I believe it has hindered me socially as many others. With the fast improvement of everyday technology also means the fast improvement of weaponry. Nations and government has used the technological advances to build very destructive weapons. A huge portion of Middle Eastern terror groups weaponry tactics are due to improved technology. With I.E.D's being the number one leading factor of death among US soldiers in the Iraq-Afghanistan War. Cell Phones have also been a significant factor in terror attacks. Including 9/11. But that doesn't mean technology is not saving as much lives as it's ending. Many technological advancements in the medical field is saving many lives that probably could not be saved 50 years ago. The improvement of technology has it's Pros and Cons associated with it. I believe technology has greatly benefited only a modern day civilian rather than someone who lives in a third world. Advancement in technology only truly benefits a certain demographic of people, people that live in advanced countries such as Canada or the USA.
Friday, 27 February 2015
Journal 1 - Interim Titles in the UFC
The first rule of writing
The first rule of writing is to "write what you know". What topic do you feel confident taking on? List some experiences you might draw on in your writing. Which genres do you know best? Which settings could you do convincingly? What topics, genres, and settings do you think you should avoid? Why? What research are you prepared to do in order to write better.
The use of Interim Belts in the UFC. An interim belt is a belt used when the current champion of that particular division is unable to compete for a period of time. The belt is used as an alternative. The belt is basically a guaranteed title shot when the true champion come backs. I believe Interim belts are pointless. If an interim belt must be given out I believe the current champion of that division should be stripped and guaranteed a title shot upon return. I think this because it's a title "interim champion" that holds no weight. Also the title itself is just an advertising gimmick. Something not good for the image of the company as well as MMA in a whole. Interim title is an absolute identical copy of the current UFC belts. Complete pointless procedure. If the UFC has to give out a "fake" belt to keep the division progressing there is no reason why they shouldn't just strip the current champion. Also, interim title holders are not given the weight of defending the interim title. If the UFC is naming an interim title holder, shouldn't the interim title holder defend his "belt". Seeing as they are the new champion of that division until the current champion returns from his or her absence. Ultimately because of this it completely deadlocks a division. The current interim title holder will not defend their belt and the true champion is on leave. The division becomes a mess with multiple fighters taking fights that have no progress for them. It ultimately wastes many fighters "Prime Years" because of the use of an interim title.
The first rule of writing is to "write what you know". What topic do you feel confident taking on? List some experiences you might draw on in your writing. Which genres do you know best? Which settings could you do convincingly? What topics, genres, and settings do you think you should avoid? Why? What research are you prepared to do in order to write better.
The use of Interim Belts in the UFC. An interim belt is a belt used when the current champion of that particular division is unable to compete for a period of time. The belt is used as an alternative. The belt is basically a guaranteed title shot when the true champion come backs. I believe Interim belts are pointless. If an interim belt must be given out I believe the current champion of that division should be stripped and guaranteed a title shot upon return. I think this because it's a title "interim champion" that holds no weight. Also the title itself is just an advertising gimmick. Something not good for the image of the company as well as MMA in a whole. Interim title is an absolute identical copy of the current UFC belts. Complete pointless procedure. If the UFC has to give out a "fake" belt to keep the division progressing there is no reason why they shouldn't just strip the current champion. Also, interim title holders are not given the weight of defending the interim title. If the UFC is naming an interim title holder, shouldn't the interim title holder defend his "belt". Seeing as they are the new champion of that division until the current champion returns from his or her absence. Ultimately because of this it completely deadlocks a division. The current interim title holder will not defend their belt and the true champion is on leave. The division becomes a mess with multiple fighters taking fights that have no progress for them. It ultimately wastes many fighters "Prime Years" because of the use of an interim title.
Friday, 20 February 2015
Journal 2
"Your Legacy"
Why wait? It's time to think about what you will leave behind after your time on the "third rock from the sun" is finished. Some people manage to leave a great deal of wealth or a legacy of public service. Others are long remembered for their monumental works of art. A lucky few are long cherished by adoring family and friends. How do you want to be remembered? What will your reason for being?
The legacy I will leave behind. I have a certain visual dream of how my legacy will be viewed after I pass away. When I wither away I want to be remembered for what I accomplished. I want to be listed among the names of Ali, Tyson, Badr Hari, Schilt, Silva, Karelin. Among these men stand one common accomplishment. They were once viewed or still are viewed as the baddest men on the planet. I want to be listed among these World Champions. I want people to remember my name. Everything I do is a step further towards cementing my legacy among the greats. My dream is to cement my legacy and this is only the beginning. A dream that has lingered since I was a young child. The reason I began competing is because I have a vision for the future that I must complete. I plan to leave a legacy of accomplishments behind. A Champion finally put to rest to be remembered. I hope my legacy and accomplishments will further another person's legacy down the road.
Why wait? It's time to think about what you will leave behind after your time on the "third rock from the sun" is finished. Some people manage to leave a great deal of wealth or a legacy of public service. Others are long remembered for their monumental works of art. A lucky few are long cherished by adoring family and friends. How do you want to be remembered? What will your reason for being?
The legacy I will leave behind. I have a certain visual dream of how my legacy will be viewed after I pass away. When I wither away I want to be remembered for what I accomplished. I want to be listed among the names of Ali, Tyson, Badr Hari, Schilt, Silva, Karelin. Among these men stand one common accomplishment. They were once viewed or still are viewed as the baddest men on the planet. I want to be listed among these World Champions. I want people to remember my name. Everything I do is a step further towards cementing my legacy among the greats. My dream is to cement my legacy and this is only the beginning. A dream that has lingered since I was a young child. The reason I began competing is because I have a vision for the future that I must complete. I plan to leave a legacy of accomplishments behind. A Champion finally put to rest to be remembered. I hope my legacy and accomplishments will further another person's legacy down the road.
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