Smells and Bells

Diane Ackerman brings the idea of how everyone views, and experiences smells differently based on many variables on page 24 she said  “Just what do we mean by a bad smell? And what is the worst smell in the world? The answer depends on culture, age, and personal taste”. When I read this the first thing that came to mind is the question can the sense of flight or fight be connected to the dislike of a particular smell as well. Most people think of the smell of a skunk that evoked the fight or flight response meaning the skunk will spray a horrible smell too scare off potential threats of danger. It’s clear that not everyone will agree of what they think is a pleasant smell. But why do some hate the smell of something that other may love? What can be comforting, and pleasant cant be sickening for other, this is partially based on a biological response. A few examples of smells that some love while others hate are new car leather or strong perfumes. Having such strong posit...

Web Blog Sensory Interpretation Blog Prompt or 6? 5 senses... Sensory Interpretation Web Blog Posts  (6 posts on each of the senses, 5% each, plus one summarizing blog post the last week of class 10%, for a total of 40%).  Short reflection writing assignments to be posted on a blog set up specifically for this class  here . Students will "log" what they are learning about the relationship between the senses and "religious" experience throughout the term, and be able to comment on one another's questions and insights.  You should make at least 7 posts, @one every two weeks. Make sure you have one post each tagged with "taste", "smell", "hearing", "sight", "touch" or "6th sense."  To assure you will get credit for covering each of the six senses in your blog posts, edit them to make sure they have these tags.   Also among your 7 or more posts you should respond specifically to ...