As we got into the main part of the workshop, we started out talking with partners about what our names mean and what where they come from, and sharing with the group. Hearing so many different origin stories was such an eye opening experience.
After that, a quote was posed to the group. It reads "Every man has three names: one by which his parents call him; another, by which he is known to the outside world; and a third, the name which his own deeds have procured for him." We discussed in small groups what we thought it meant to have multiple names, and some examples of them.
Next, we watched a couple small documentary clips on the subject of names. We came together as a whole to talk about how a name can affect the way someone lives their life, and how important it is to make your name yours.
The last activity was to make a collage of magazine clippings that represents our identity. We used the collages to explain a little more about ourselves to the group and talk about our personalities and preferences.
After a small wrap up and summary, we wished each other chag sameach and parted ways. Until the next time, cohort 9.
by Eli Rubineau
