Words & Symbols

So from the first chapter... a thought/concept that really resonated with me was from page 8, where Griffin notes that "Words and symbols are polysemic--they're open to multiple interpretations."

I couldn't help but think how true this really is... I think there have been many instances in my life (especially lately) where I interpret something entirely different than someone else interprets it. I mean, really to the point where I try to look at it from every which angle, but will still see it through my "lens" and see it my way. I have definitely tried to become more understanding and get it through my head that not everyone will see something as I see it, and see their point of view, to the point where I am REALLY overanalyzing... I am so guilty of doing that! My friends give me a really hard time about it and tell me I think too much..... I like to think of it as being "interpretive." :) Maybe I'll start telling them I'm a "Rhetorical Critic." That has a really nice ring to it. ;-)