tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1393767047761198934.post9016513778757030771..comments2014-07-09T00:29:40.725-04:00Comments on Reading the Extreme in World Adventure Narratives: Shakespeare and Survivaljashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04174652571648541889noreply@blogger.comBlogger1125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1393767047761198934.post-20985630334961754452013-03-07T01:46:36.468-05:002013-03-07T01:46:36.468-05:00It's interesting that art is therapeutic just ...It's interesting that art is therapeutic just as climbing is. Both provide an outlet for one's emotions and a way to escape daily life for a period of time. Both also require dedication and focus. I definitely agree that art is important for processing one's experiences, and this explains why some expeditioners choose to write books. Simpson went on to be a motivational speaker, which besides inspiring others can certainly be seen as a way to cope himself with the struggles he experienced (and he acknowledges this). Besides other reasons for writing that we've discussed in class such as exposing their experiences to the public, proving their accomplishments, or recounting harrowing tragedies, sharing one's story can be allow the author to make sense of what happened from an objective standpoint. Objectivity and processed thinking are also important in climbing; as we've read, a clear mind is critical for survival on a mountain. Writing also requires clear thinking about the story in order for the author to effectively convey his or her message. Heather Kriegerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04757721088083170449noreply@blogger.com