Reflective Letter

28/12/2015

To 2016 discoverer,

In the early stages of the unit, my perception of discovery was very limited. In my previous understanding, discovery only involved physical exploration and emotional rediscovery of oneself. My ideology, through analysis of various texts throughout the term, evolved to encompass the possibilities of physical, emotional and psychological discovery. Every individual has experienced discovery as there is no one type of discovery nor a particular way in which discovery can be represented or understood. Every person experiences discoveries based on their physical, emotional and psychological state as well as the societal and cultural values of the environment which they live in. Therefore making the concept of discovery relevant to all individuals, including myself. I have learnt that discovery does not have to involve physical journey. An individual can discover within their own comfort zones however, leaving these comfort zones and personal bubbles will also evoke further discoveries.


My thoughts and understandings of discovery further evolved. Through my studies of the concept of discovery I came across my own self discovery, where I learnt how to embrace the present and not worry about the future or live in the past. The study of the prescribed text 'Away' allowed me to relate to the characters who were on their own journey to discovering themselves. The deep analysis of Coral and Tom's discoveries also allowed me to consider my own condition and I taught myself to live in the moment. This also aided in changing what made up my understanding of discovery. I now believe that discovery not only involves physical, emotional and psychological explorations but also involves rediscovering something concealed or even learning something new about oneself or even others. Something that I need to improve