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| A personal
reflection is an autobiographical narrative that reflects on an important
experience in the author's life. A good personal reflection shares the meaning
of a defining moment for the author. |
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Many personal reflections use the structure illustrated in the framework
below. Print this framework and use it as a guide when you write your own
personal reflection. |
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Introduction
• Start with
an interesting opener.
• Provide background information.
• Hint at the meaning of the experience. |
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Capture
your readers' interest Your introduction should make readers want to
keep reading your essay. Try starting with a thought-provoking question,
an interesting quotation, or an anecdote.
Provide background Tell your readers what you were like before the
experience.
Drop a clue Don't tell your readers the meaning of your experience
at the beginning; just hint at the meaning. Give them clues about where
you are going with your narrative. |
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Body
• Relate the events.
• Include details about people, places, thoughts, and feelings. |
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Watch
the clock Tell your story in chronological order, starting with the
first event. If you want to break the chronological order, try using flashbacks.
Fill in the details Provide details that show readers how your experience
progressed. Describe how things looked and sounded, what people said, and
what you thought and felt. |
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Conclusion
•Reflect on what the experience means to you.
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Drive
it home Wrap up your narrative by explaining the significance of your
experience. Describe how the experience changed you, or tell your readers
what you learned from it. |
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