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Her love language is through acts of service and giving handmade gifts. She's one of the biggest procrastinators you'll ever meet, but since she enjoys staying busy, it somehow works for her. If you ask her close friends, they will probably agree that she gives great advice despite the fact that she has no experience in the matter ^-^. She is passionate about self-care and personal development, which she enjoys doing in her spare time at home, but don't mistake her for always being productive; bedrotting is also her thing. She loves new experiences and adventures, so she's pretty down for anything. If you ask her to, she might even travel across the world with you. But who is she?!

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Hi! That's me! I'm Mary Kristel Torre, and the information you read above is just a few of the little facts that make me who I am. Below this introduction, you will learn a little more about me, including my media consumption habits and how they effect my daily life and thinking. Thank you for taking the time to get to know me better!

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I enjoy spending time creating art and fulfilling my creative ideas throughout the summer. I find that immersing myself in numerous forms of media helps to inspire my creativity and keeps me motivated. As seen in the photo, I would literally take any kind of media and consume it, showing how much of a multitasker I can be.

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Baking has always been my passion. I've always enjoyed helping out in the kitchen since I was little. My grandparents, I believe, shaped this desire in me, as baking yummy treats together is my favorite way to bond with them.

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I enjoy exploring and trying new things, as well as taking chances on things I've always wanted to do. I also ike to spend my time with art, baking, and listening to music.

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I enjoy traveling and playing sports such as volleyball and badminton. Whether it's traveling to a new location or trying a new activity, I'm always looking to push myself and progress. I've been sporty since grade school, and I've recently developed an interest in soccer and table tennis, which I'd like to try out soon.

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Fig painting is just finished. 12 by 12 inches original oil painting available to order in Oilsandwatercolor etsy shop

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As I wander through the orchard of my day, I find myself surrounded by the sweet and tangy fruits of media consumption. Like the fig tree, my mind is a repository of countless images, sounds, and words that have been sown within me. Let me record the harvest of my daily intake.

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Fig painting is just finished_ 12 by 12 inches original oil painting available to order in Oilsandwatercolor etsy shop #figfruit #figpainting #fruitpainting #gardenpainting #treepainting #fruitwallart

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Watching my favorite series: One of my ways to relax when I get stressed or if I'm feeling down is by watching my favorite series. I'm a huge fan of Gilmore Girls and gossip girls, and I often find myself binge-watching episodes to escape reality for a bit

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Video essays: Besides my favorite series, I also love watching video essays on YouTube about stuff that interests me, like theories and analysis on movies or TV shows, philosophy related topics, book reviews, or daily vlogs of my favorite YouTubers.

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Watching films: I'm open to any genre, but I can be picky about which I enjoy because I love films that are cleverly written—types of films that explore complex themes, characters, and relationships that leave me feeling inspired and intellectually stimulated. Among the many films I love, Good Will Hunting, Little Women, and Notting Hill are three that I constantly watch again.

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Social media :

Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat, and Pinterest are among my most used social media platforms. I mainly utilize these to socialize with friends or for entertainment. Although I sometimes get crazy when utilizing screens, so let's not bring up my screen time.

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Listening to music: I listen to music every day, at any time. I'm afraid I can't go through a day without listening to one. I like a little bit of everything, and I have a lot of playlists dedicated to different genres I like or even based on certain feelings I want to match with.

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Utilizing my computer. I now spend most of my time on my computer completing schoolwork and other assignments because school has already started. I prefer finishing assignments quickly so that I don't have to worry about them and can enjoy my free time. As a result, I devote a lot of time to my studies on my computer until I finish them all.

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Reading: I like to read, too! The genres I enjoy reading are mysteries, fantasy, and philosophical fiction. However, I find that I tend to focus more on my studies during the school day, so I never really had time to sit down and have the peace of mind necessary to enjoy a book.

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As I reflect on my day's media consumption, I am reminded of the fig tree's bountiful harvest. Like the tree's fruit, each piece of media has been nourished by the soil of my attention. My media consumption can be seen as a bountiful harvest that sustains me. The various forms of media I've mentioned—movies, music, writing, and online chatting – are like the figs that grow on the tree, each one providing a unique flavor.

Just as the figs are nourished by the soil and sunlight, my media consumption is nourished by my emotions, thoughts, and experiences. The media I engage with are like the bees that pollinate the fig tree, collecting and disseminating the sweet nectar of entertainment, connection, and inspiration. Whether it's through laughter, emotional connection, or simply distraction, these forms of media serve as a therapeutic outlet for me. I find that immersing myself in these activities helps me to recharge and feel more at peace with myself.

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How are these media influencing or affecting me? (my lifestyle, aspirations, attitudes, and behavior).

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How are these media influencing or affecting me? (my lifestyle, aspirations, attitudes, and behavior).

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By reflecting on my media consumption through the fig tree I made, I gained a deeper understanding of the ways in which my habits nourish and sustain me. I can acknowledge both the sweetness and bitterness of my media consumption, recognizing that it is a complex and multifaceted aspect of my life. Every medium has a different effect on how I use and let go of it. I can attest to times when I allowed the use of social media, to completely overwhelm me and negatively impact both my productivity and mental well-being. That being said, this did not change my negative opinion of social media; instead, it increased my awareness of how important it is to consume information in moderation and balance.

.The Bitterness of the Fig

However, just as the fig tree in Plath's quote is also a symbol of decay and corruption, my media consumption can also be seen as a source of bitterness and discomfort. The constant stream of information can be overwhelming, like the weight of the figs that threaten to crush the tree. The constant comparisons and expectations can be suffocating, like the vines that strangle the figs.

The Sweetness of the Fruit

Yet, just as the sweetness of the figs is worth the effort to pluck them, my media consumption is also a source of sweetness and joy. The laughter and tears that I experience while watching movies or TV shows are like the sweetness of ripe figs. The sense of connection and community that I feel through online chatting is like the warmth of the sun on a summer day.

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𓆉𓆝 𓆟 𓆞 𓆝 𓆟𓇼𓆉𓆝 𓆟 𓆞 𓆝 𓆟𓇼𓆉𓆝 𓆟 𓆞 𓆝 𓆟𓇼𓆉𓆝 𓆟 𓆞 𓆝 𓆟𓇼𓆉𓆝 𓆟 𓆞 𓆝 𓆟𓇼𓆉𓆝 𓆟 𓆞 𓆝 𓆟𓇼𓆉𓆝 𓆟 𓆞 𓆝 𓆟𓇼𓆉𓆝 𓆟 𓆞 𓆝 𓆟𓇼𓆉𓆝 𓆟 𓆞 𓆝 𓆟𓇼𓆉𓆝 𓆟 𓆞 𓆝 𓆟𓇼𓆉𓆝 𓆟 𓆞 𓆝 𓆟𓇼

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𓆉𓆝 𓆟 𓆞 𓆝 𓆟𓇼𓆉𓆝 𓆟 𓆞 𓆝 𓆟𓇼𓆉𓆝 𓆟 𓆞 𓆝 𓆟𓇼𓆉𓆝 𓆟 𓆞 𓆝 𓆟𓇼𓆉𓆝 𓆟 𓆞 𓆝 𓆟𓇼𓆉𓆝 𓆟 𓆞 𓆝 𓆟𓇼𓆉𓆝 𓆟 𓆞 𓆝 𓆟𓇼𓆉𓆝 𓆟 𓆞 𓆝 𓆟𓇼𓆉𓆝 𓆟 𓆞 𓆝 𓆟𓇼𓆉𓆝 𓆟 𓆞 𓆝 𓆟𓇼𓆉𓆝 𓆟 𓆞 𓆝 𓆟𓇼

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As much as I enjoyed making this, I hope you enjoyed reading it as well!

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𓆉𓆝 𓆟 𓆞 𓆝 𓆟𓇼𓆉𓆝 𓆟 𓆞 𓆝 𓆟𓇼𓆉𓆝 𓆟 𓆞 𓆝 𓆟𓇼𓆉𓆝 𓆟 𓆞 𓆝 𓆟𓇼𓆉𓆝 𓆟 𓆞 𓆝 𓆟𓇼𓆉𓆝 𓆟 𓆞 𓆝 𓆟𓇼𓆉𓆝 𓆟 𓆞 𓆝 𓆟𓇼𓆉𓆝 𓆟 𓆞 𓆝 𓆟𓇼𓆉𓆝 𓆟 𓆞 𓆝 𓆟𓇼𓆉𓆝 𓆟 𓆞 𓆝 𓆟𓇼

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𓆉𓆝 𓆟 𓆞 𓆝 𓆟𓇼𓆉𓆝 𓆟 𓆞 𓆝 𓆟𓇼𓆉𓆝 𓆟 𓆞 𓆝 𓆟𓇼𓆉𓆝 𓆟 𓆞 𓆝 𓆟𓇼𓆉𓆝 𓆟 𓆞 𓆝 𓆟𓇼𓆉𓆝 𓆟 𓆞 𓆝 𓆟𓇼𓆉𓆝 𓆟 𓆞 𓆝 𓆟𓇼𓆉𓆝 𓆟 𓆞 𓆝 𓆟𓇼𓆉𓆝 𓆟 𓆞 𓆝 𓆟𓇼𓆉𓆝 𓆟 𓆞 𓆝 𓆟𓇼