Month: April 2021

How do familiar and unfamiliar images of Jesus help you reflect on some theme from the class?

How do familiar and unfamiliar images of Jesus help you reflect on some theme from the class? What is the benefit, in your mind, to reflecting on unfamiliar images of Jesus (or another religious figure. If you aren’t familiar with Christianity, have you encountered this kind of exercise in other religious settings, and what effect […]

What is an alternative type of downward social comparison that might have the same benefits without the consequences?

The Perks and Pitfalls of Downward Social Comparison First, share a time when you engaged in downward social comparison . What were the circumstances surrounding the occasion? Was it a successful strategy for you? Why or why not? Thinking of your own experiences as well as the research in this area, what benefits and consequences […]

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