Embracing Our True Selves

"Wellness and Authenticity" asks students to reflect upon the benefits that can come from making space for their true selves. To begin, students free-write privately about their authentic selves. Then, we watch two films that show a character's authenticity and the different constraints on it that they encounter. In the first film, a young woman tries to find her place on campus. In the second, a young man finds a way to express himself in a way he loves. After each, students participate in guided reflection and discussion about their inferences and conclusions about the characters. After each film students privately free-write connecting the films and ideas to their own lives.

Note: This class features three Free Write exercises in it, most of class will be sent in individual self-reflection.