My top artifacts would have to be from modules: 5, 9, 11, 3, and 7. (Ranked from most to least engaging).

#1: Module 3

This assignment entailed asking others around me if they thought similarities attract, or if opposites attract. I chose this module as my first choice because I had to physically interact with others to get the data, and I felt like I learned a lot from it. I knew what I believed personally, but after hearing other’s answers and justifications, it gave me a different perspective. I got to get a closer look into what people are drawn towards, and what they want from the relationships around them. Some saw opposites as having more spice, while others could not comprehend being close to someone so different to themselves. Though in later chapters it discusses that similarity tends to provide more long lasting and stable relationships, “opposites” can come in any context, and can serve as compliments, rather than two traits that do not go together. Some people brought the conversation to how opposites can encourage and embrace diversity, and that for me is what made this particular archive memorable, and gave me something lasting to think about.

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For my visual artifact I chose this image of a tall woman with a short man. Visually, they are very much opposites; however, they are still a happy and loving couple despite their differences. It puts a new lens on what we define as opposites, and gets us to think about why we may or may not find those qualities appealing.

#2: Module 5

This assignment entailed different scenarios where I had to discuss how I would enhance myself in those situations, and how I would sway them in my favor. I chose this archive as my second choice because it too gave me more to think about outside of the class. I have always known to act according to setting, but this information takes it a step further. The little enhancements we can make that essentially help us make better impressions is valuable information. Using them as a guide, I could see in each scenario why they were important. It showed me that socially reading people and adjusting myself can actually work. Based on how I responded, I actually plan to use those ideas in the future, as the assignment did a good job of giving practical applications for real life situations.

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I chose this checklist for my visual artifact, as it played into one of the scenarios of a job interview. This list can help me enhance myself by giving me the feeling of being prepared, and that may be something an interviewer notices. By following steps that are known to give a good impression and come off desirable, I am doing what is in my power to enhance myself.

#3: Module 11

This assignment entailed collecting a list of people I knew fairly well, and explaining if I thought they were happy or unhappy, and selfish or unselfish. I chose this archive as my third choice because it made me reflect more on some of the people in my life, and helped assign more meaning to their traits and behaviors. I learned that there is not always a direct correlation of being happy and unselfish. A lot of the people were actually unhappy, but unselfish. Personal reasons made it so that these people were unhappy, but many saw that those struggles made them kinder and more caring for others. I never saw it that way before, and it seems to make sense why some may act that way. We all assume that negativity will attract more negativity, but the hidden reasons behind what we see can determine behavior in a different way than we assume at first.

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For my visual artifact I created a chart that tallied all the different people to find the conclusion that the majority were unhappy and unselfish. The chart showed me that what I assumed to be the norm, (being happy and unselfish), is not always true. The results show that we need to look beyond stereotypes, and see how much more complex the reasons behind behavior and our morals are. For the visual here, I chose two small children. The boy is acting unselfishly and sharing his ice cream. He may have done that because he could have been saddened by not having others share with him before, or he may have just wanted to be nice. It makes you think deeper about why people represent and act the way they do.

#4: Module 7

This assignment entailed taking an attitude survey, then a behavior survey and seeing how the two compared. With similar topics differing in thoughts and actions, it gave me insight into how my beliefs line up with my behavior. I was happy to see I was rather consistent. This archive is ranked fourth as it inspired me to stay consistent not only to feel good in myself, but it looks good to those around me. I learned more about the reputation sticking to your word holds, and what practicing what you preach can do for you and others. The assignment also showed me how it feels to be confronted with proof of inconsistency. We all want to be morally sound and believe our actions reflect our beliefs, but not all of ours do. It causes us to feel wronged or bad when we can see where we fall short.

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I chose this visual image for the artifact, as it exemplifies the struggle of attitude and behavior by it’s defining phrase: cognitive dissonance. The image shows the internal struggle between morals, and what we may say to justify different actions, or skew our moral compass.

#5: Module 9

This assignment entailed analyzing ads on craigslist for those seeking a partner, and finding the most common traits desired by men and woman on the site. I chose this as my fifth choice because it was not what I expected. It showed me an idea of what the other sex expresses interest in on that platform, and I was saddened to see so many lonely people. I went into it thinking it was going to mostly be older men wanting sexual relations, and young women wanting a financial supporter. However, a lot of people seemed to want to make genuine connections, or had interests I was not expecting (women seeking to cheat on their spouses). The top sought after quality from men was long term commitment, and for women it was sex. It showed me how people either live another life through these requests, or how people put themselves out there so trustingly for the right person.

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The visual artifact that I used in the archive was a chart of the top qualities both sexes were looking for. However, for this analysis I chose a snapshot of some categorized ads on craigslist. They depict different niches under the umbrella of the different things people are looking for, and show some of the more sexually motivated interests both sides have; as sex for both was commonly expressed as an interest.