A Rock Trying To Be A Stone Analysis

The theme of empowerment is found both in “When It Changed” by Joanna Russ, and “A Rock Trying To Be A Stone” by Sergio Troncoso.Additionally, the characters in both stories express their eagerness, self sufficiency, and self awareness. It is essential to discuss self characteristics as such, along with empowerment because of the simple fact that it is relevant to society, and we can learn from it. Empowerment is something people should be aware of today, because it encourages, and motivates to be the best person you can be. Additionally it strengthens character, being powerful and confident. In both short stories, empowerment is something that is targeted, or at least attempted. In “When It Changes”, without any men, the women are independent. They manage pretty well, and are aware of that. They’re both eager and self reliant. Independence is something that everyone should learn from. Russ wrote, ”For someone who has fought three duels, I am afraid of far, far too much” (Russ 2). It shows how strong the woman’s strength was from fighting three duels. It gives a glimpse of the strength that is highlighted for the women. Being independent rather than constantly relying on others will only affect you negatively. Learning how to manage on your own is necessary, therefore you don’t wait on others to help you. In addition the characters in this story are self aware of themselves, and know exactly what they are doing without questioning themselves. Being accepting of who you are, and what you are capable of is powerful. You know your limits, and you know your weaknesses, and that is how you make your own decisions. Hussein 1 In “A Rock Trying To Be A Stone”, the characters were independent, being that they made their decisions on their own. …show more content…
Regardless if it was right decisions or wrong, they were aware of what they were doing. In this case, the characters in this story played as bullies, simultaneously being conscious of what they were doing. The choices made were completely individualistic. No one was forced into making a choice or decision. Self awareness is portrayed because of the fact that the characters knew what they were capable of, and took advantage of it. Troncoso writes, "You have a right to an attorney, you have a right to be a re-tard, you have a right to be my slave forever" (Troncoso 2). The authority the character has over the kid being bullied is clear. From this quote, it shows how poorly he intended to treat Chuy, the sufferer and was mindful of what he was saying. Self awareness is being conscious of what you are doing, whether it is negative or positive. In this case, Chuy was being bullied with words and actions. Empowerment is authority that you have, and you choose what you want to do with it. Having power can be a negative thing, or a positive. In this case, it was a positive thing in “When It Changed”. Women showed their true abilities, and unlike the real world, they weren’t set aside just because of their gender. While in “A Rock Trying To Be A Stone”, the power they had was a negative thing. With all they were capable of, such as bullying, they caused a lot of damage. However you choose to use your power determines on the results; right or wrong. Additionally, empowerment is something that can be taught for a better cause. In