Abstract The essay begins with a discussion of the theme of social instability in Shakespeare's play, "The Tempest", reviewing the opening scene in the boat, and Miranda and Prospero's first dialogue. The essay then goes on to explore the twin themes of slavery and freedom and their interplay with the concepts of order and disorder. Finally, the essay looks at the theme of sleep and shows how all the themes are connected.
From the Paper "In Shakespeare's ?The Tempest,? the first image the audience is confronted with is that of a group of mariners and King and his court upon a boat that seems to be rapidly sinking. This was quite a common occurrence in an age where travel by sea was particularly dangerous. However, what is so extraordinary is the relationship that the storm creates between the inhabitants upon the ship. Sebastian, the brother of the King of Naples, says to the Boatswain: "A pox o"your throat, you bawling, blasphemous, incharitable dog!? Under most circumstances, a man of the Boatswain's class would be forced to bow down before such a man. However, the Boatswain replies, ?Work you, then.? (1.1.36-38) The radical nature of this statement cannot be underestimated, a commoner telling the king to work. One must not forget that even the theatres themselves were under royal censorship, and a performance of one of Shakespeare's own plays, Richard II, had been stopped, because it was thought the subject matter had too close a parallel with the Earl of Essex's rebellion. (Epstien 177) But the ship is the boatswain's territory; the King is no longer in his country. All accepted social order is turned upside-down."
Tags: power, control, unstable, mastery, master, waking, asleep, dream, existence
This paper is about the effect that dreams have on us as individuals and how intuition can be tapped into by using our dreams as tools, through a review of Frances Vaughn's "Awakening Intuition".
Abstract Can dreams help us be more creative and intuitive in our lives? This paper is a quest for more answers on this subject. It asks questions like: How do dreams that we receive when we are asleep help us in our waking lives? If we tap into these dreams and allow ourselves to be completely open to whatever may come we might just open up to pure insight and intuition. The paper also includes expert opinions on the subject.
From the Paper "According to Frances Vaughn author of Awakening Intuition , ?Carl Jung believed that dream content did not necessarily conceal or disguise psychological truth, but actually revealed it.? Jung felt that dreams could reveal ?hidden conflict or problems, or point the way to an unrecognized possibility of future development.? (Vaughn, 1979). I believe this to be true because I feel that all dreams are creative and that dreams are our most intuitive resource for understanding and unfolding the mind. Many people work out business deals in their sleep. Many others such as painters, sculptors and musicians etc... can create artwork while sleeping. And some can even go to bed with their problems and after waking up they realize the problems have been solved while they were sleeping. I would like learn to do this by becoming more open to my own intuition. This sounds like a positive way of growing, a way to self-discovery, and a path to higher learning, and self-growth."
Abstract Insomnia, the most common sleep complaint, is the feeling of not having slept well or long enough. Common problems are sleeping too little, difficulty falling asleep (taking more than 30-45 minutes), awakening frequently during the night, or waking up early and being unable to get back to sleep. Age-related changes contribute to one's ability to sleep continuously and soundly. Many older adults have problems sleeping. With advancing age, some people switch to shorter nights and some to longer ones.
Abstract This paper will discuss the book "Into the Wild" by Jon Krakauer. The McCandless story tells us of a person who supposedly starved to death in the woods, but in fact, any person might have fallen asleep in the deep woods, and frozen to death. By realizing the way of life that this individual sought, we can come to terms with the fact, that however his death looked a suicide, the way of nature can be harsh for even the most prepared individual who chooses to face it.
Abstract Examines how the brain processes are affected by sleep. Discusses plastic cerebral changes that underlie learning and memory, functions of sleep, brain protein synthesis, and the role of sleep in learning and reprocessing memories.
From the Paper "The following paper will present the topic of sleep learning or the learning of material, while asleep. While there are no experimental studies regarding the effects of sleep learning, science has shown that sleep is ..."
Abstract This paper explains that Donne's ?Sonnet 10? argues that Death is simply living a masquerade; therefore, we do not have to accept the fact that Death is the end of everything. The author points out that the poem follows the Italian sonnet form with a standard "abbaabba" rhyme scheme consisting of fourteen lines and ends with a dramatic couplet, which is generally associated with Elizabethan sonnets. The paper relates that Donne's point is that Death itself is really asleep; in the end, we will wake from our sleep with Death, which leads us to eternal life.
From the Paper "Donne begins by addressing Death with a serious, yet cynical attitude. His tone is straightforward and he appears to be very confident when he tells death that it has nothing to be proud of, although "many have called thee/Mighty and dreadful" (1-2). Donne tells Death that this fact is simply "not so" (2). Again, we get a sense for Donne's tone with this line?he is meeting Death face to face without fear or intimidation. Donne then introduces us to an interesting paradox when he says, "For those whom thou think"st thou dost overthrow,/Die not? (3-4). This is important because it sets the mood for the entire poem. Donne is speaking to Death without absolutely any reservation. He points out that even those who do die, have not been actually overthrown by Death. In essence, Donne has absolutely no respect for Death."
Abstract The paper defines circadian rhythms as what has allowed human beings to adapt to the 24-hour cycle that makes up day and night in this world. The paper examines how the brain and environment regulate circadian rhythms. The paper looks at why people sleep and the various factors that affect how much time people are asleep and awake.
From the Paper "In this manner, our circadian rhythm gives our brain a real biological clock, that genetically gives us a checkpoint and outline for when to act and when to be inactive. This occurs because of an even more minute biological instance. These SCN neurons that we have discussed and defined "link to the tiny pineal gland, which secretes melatonin, a hormone that has a relaxing effect on the body" (Atkinson et al., 2003, p. 211). What occurs in this biological exchange is that during the day, the pineal gland is more dormant and relaxed and then, conversely, during the nighttime, "SCN neurons are inactive, allowing melatonin levels to increase and promoting relaxation and sleepiness" (Atkinson et al., 2003, p. 211). Thus, the brain has adapted and evolved to a night-and day-setup that the human body has enacted upon it."
Abstract In this article, the writer points out that when pilots become tired, they are more likely to make mistakes or even to fall asleep - both of which are unacceptable for anyone seeking to pilot an aircraft safely. This study examines how pilots are affected by fatigue in aviation and how this can lead to accidents. The research shows that pilot fatigue can be caused by some other, less readily identifiable, sources as well. To this end, the paper presents a review of the peer-reviewed, scholarly and popular literature concerning pilot fatigue followed by a summary of the research and important findings in the conclusion. The writer concludes that until the day comes when aircraft are completely autonomous and do not require human control, the issue of pilot fatigue will remain relevant and important to the flying public, pilots and policymakers alike. The paper
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From the Paper "When many people think of becoming fatigued, the cause usually relates to simply becoming physically tired for whatever reason, but the research quickly shows that pilots are subjected to a wide range of conditions that are unique to the profession. For example, according to Garland and his colleagues, pilot experiences during World War II suggest that noise and even vibrations can contribute to pilot fatigue. Likewise, Ward points out that pilots during World War II could become fatigued because of the very nature of their jobs and the types of aircraft involved .. "
Abstract This paper discusses how important it is to the safety of the aviation industry that pilots get sufficient proper sleep. The writer describes the five stages of sleep which are necessary for resting mind and body, and explains why being asleep does not necessarily mean that one has experienced all five stages. The writer then describes how fatigue manifests itself in reduced reflexes and reduced function, and how it progresses and affects us from its very first onset. A list of signs that indicate a pilot is not fit to fly and needs more sleep is also provided. The paper concludes that it is necessary to make sure that our bodies are always in proper working order before we take command of an aircraft.
From the Paper "The second stage of sleep is more an intermediate stage. The sleeper will now gradually fall into a deeper state of sleep. The body now is really beginning to slow down. Bodily functions such as metabolism, secretions, and cardiac activity greatly decrease. The sleeper can still be awakened quiet easily by sounds, although sight is severely diminished. If you were to open up the sleeper's eyes in this stage they could not see. This stage will usually last for about 20 minutes."
