4/16 Asynchronous Book Club Discussions by Laura Clibon https://padlet.com/laura_clibon/c75eeklo7b4ohqbp Group facilitators, please post 3-5 questions for your book club to respond to. Each person should make an effort to respond meaningfully to at least one other response after answering the posed questions. en-us 2024-04-14 12:57:28 UTC 2024-04-25 03:27:02 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet-uploads.storage.googleapis.com/428684230/236d70d12391d1536c98e93ddc22b6cd/knowledgebitmoji.png Bias https://padlet.com/laura_clibon/c75eeklo7b4ohqbp/wish/2953917638 How does bias impact decision making in survival scenarios? Does this bias also impact day to day life? (All questions posted by Korben Cooper, not sure if my name shows up)

]]> 2024-04-14 17:50:34 UTC https://padlet.com/laura_clibon/c75eeklo7b4ohqbp/wish/2953917638 Adaptability https://padlet.com/laura_clibon/c75eeklo7b4ohqbp/wish/2953918521 Adaptability is the hallmark of positive survival outcomes. What attributes facilitate adaptability in individuals who face extreme challenges?

]]> 2024-04-14 17:52:40 UTC https://padlet.com/laura_clibon/c75eeklo7b4ohqbp/wish/2953918521 Stress https://padlet.com/laura_clibon/c75eeklo7b4ohqbp/wish/2953919162 Gonzales described "stress inoculation," How does exposure to stress in controled environments help survivors? Should people seek "safe-stress" in their day to day lives?

]]> 2024-04-14 17:54:10 UTC https://padlet.com/laura_clibon/c75eeklo7b4ohqbp/wish/2953919162 Aftermath https://padlet.com/laura_clibon/c75eeklo7b4ohqbp/wish/2953919649 After a successful survival outcome, some survivors are tramautized and others are greatful. What is the "appropriate" psychological response to survival? Is it possible for a life-threatening situation to become a life-bettering scenario?

]]> 2024-04-14 17:55:22 UTC https://padlet.com/laura_clibon/c75eeklo7b4ohqbp/wish/2953919649 Resilience https://padlet.com/laura_clibon/c75eeklo7b4ohqbp/wish/2956123964 How does the author represent the Galvin family's perseverance in adversity? What instances or behaviors stick out to you as particularly demonstrating their resilience?

]]> 2024-04-16 04:04:02 UTC https://padlet.com/laura_clibon/c75eeklo7b4ohqbp/wish/2956123964 Stigma https://padlet.com/laura_clibon/c75eeklo7b4ohqbp/wish/2956125327 How does the stigma of schizophrenia shape the Galvin's lives and relationships?

]]> 2024-04-16 04:05:14 UTC https://padlet.com/laura_clibon/c75eeklo7b4ohqbp/wish/2956125327 Medical Background https://padlet.com/laura_clibon/c75eeklo7b4ohqbp/wish/2956126768 How does the book show the role of genetics and environment in the development of mental illness, particularly schizophrenia? Also, Consider how the medical community understood and treated schizophrenia over the period described in the book. How have attitudes and methods changed throughout time?

]]> 2024-04-16 04:06:41 UTC https://padlet.com/laura_clibon/c75eeklo7b4ohqbp/wish/2956126768 Family dynamics https://padlet.com/laura_clibon/c75eeklo7b4ohqbp/wish/2956127584 How are the family relationships portrayed within the Galvin family?

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]]> 2024-04-16 04:08:08 UTC https://padlet.com/laura_clibon/c75eeklo7b4ohqbp/wish/2956128037 Discussion Questions - Max Howery https://padlet.com/laura_clibon/c75eeklo7b4ohqbp/wish/2956879235 Is Alex an optimistic or pessimistic person? Why?


Why do you think Alex accepts help on some occasions but not others? 


Everyone who encounters Alex, especially Franz, seems to think that he is different from a regular hitchhiker. What does this tell you about his character?


Why is Alex opposed to engaging in any type of relationship with anybody? 


Although spending most of his time alone, Alex is very sociable. Why do you think that is?


]]> 2024-04-16 13:34:48 UTC https://padlet.com/laura_clibon/c75eeklo7b4ohqbp/wish/2956879235 Theme as you progress through your story did your character exemplify any themes of success? https://padlet.com/laura_clibon/c75eeklo7b4ohqbp/wish/2956957122 2024-04-16 14:24:38 UTC https://padlet.com/laura_clibon/c75eeklo7b4ohqbp/wish/2956957122 Has the form and tone of your book changed. For example has your author used more sources in their books have the characters become angry or serious. https://padlet.com/laura_clibon/c75eeklo7b4ohqbp/wish/2956962398 2024-04-16 14:28:17 UTC https://padlet.com/laura_clibon/c75eeklo7b4ohqbp/wish/2956962398 What type of literary devices do you see most often in your book? https://padlet.com/laura_clibon/c75eeklo7b4ohqbp/wish/2956965956 2024-04-16 14:30:21 UTC https://padlet.com/laura_clibon/c75eeklo7b4ohqbp/wish/2956965956 Has your main character achieved success in your books? If so do you think that method of gaining success could help you make your own definition of it? https://padlet.com/laura_clibon/c75eeklo7b4ohqbp/wish/2956969680 2024-04-16 14:32:22 UTC https://padlet.com/laura_clibon/c75eeklo7b4ohqbp/wish/2956969680 Discussion Question - Anson Stutzman https://padlet.com/laura_clibon/c75eeklo7b4ohqbp/wish/2957101943 What is the importance of Bryan meeting the family members of Walter McMillian?


What do you think drives Bryan to help all of those convicted on death row?


Do you think Bryan feels alone when helping the condemned?


How are the issues of mass incarceration and capital punishment demonstrated and shown within the book?


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  • In Chapter 6, the author discusses the importance of understanding the role of luck in financial success. How has your perception of luck changed after reading this chapter? Have you ever attributed someone's financial success solely to skill, without considering the role of luck?


  • Chapter 7 explores the idea of financial habits and how they shape long-term wealth accumulation. Are there any financial habits you want to cultivate or change to improve your financial well-being? 


    1. In Chapter 8, the author discusses the concept of "getting wealthy versus staying wealthy." Which mindset do you resonate with more, and why? Share examples from your own life or observations of others where the distinction between getting and staying wealthy is present.


    1. How do you believe the author would define success at this point in the book? (It seems his definition of success changes nearly every chapter)

    ]]>     2024-04-16 16:21:13 UTC https://padlet.com/laura_clibon/c75eeklo7b4ohqbp/wish/2957130539     Discussion Questions - Hannah Bellamy https://padlet.com/laura_clibon/c75eeklo7b4ohqbp/wish/2957223425 How do you think her relationship with her dad will change further on? At the moment she looks up to her dad as a hero, how might it change?

    ]]>     2024-04-16 17:34:57 UTC https://padlet.com/laura_clibon/c75eeklo7b4ohqbp/wish/2957223425     Discussion Questions - Audrey Chang https://padlet.com/laura_clibon/c75eeklo7b4ohqbp/wish/2957347438

    • What is the significance of “To Kill a Mockingbird” to Stevenson and the characters in the book?

    • How does Stevenson establish his credibility in the first few chapters of the book?

    • Do you believe the storytelling enhances the readers’ ability to sympathize with the victims?

    • How do factors such as poverty and lack of resources impact the individuals Stevenson represents?

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