Uncovering It All

  4. How do the characters' relationships impact their ability to fulfill their dreams and reach their goals? When do the characters support one another and when do they obstruct one another? When friends and family members become barriers to achieving goals, why do you think this happens?       In the play of Sweat , by Lynn Nottage, the relatable and common characters face the harsh realities that come with working in factories. Pay cuts, stress and the physical toll on their bodies are only a few of the issues faced by the protagonists of the play. Unfortunately, these conditions foster negative relationships that carry out of the workplace, and the relationship specific to Tracey and Cynthia is no different. In the beginning of the play, we see two long-time friends who have made it through difficult times in their lives together have an admirable connection that many aspire to possess, but as the play progresses, their once lively and trusting relationship turns sour and envio

     Dreaming is not easy. Worrying about whether your perfect future is worth the time, effort, and money can be especially stressful when all you want to do is sit back, relax, and watch your favorite movie or TV show all cozied up on your couch with friends and family. Most people's goal in life is to get a good job, live a good life, and be happy, but that's difficult to achieve when you're surrounded by people who aspire to have the same things. While they're not obstacles, the people working towards your collective dreams can impact you in so many ways, whether it be comparing yourselves to them or giving up completely. It's hard for sure to keep your motivation high when all you're feeling is down, and easily, you push your dream aside. (Trust me, I know. Being surrounded by so many tryhards daily is very much demotivating.) This feeling is felt by many, and even the great poet Langston Hughes wrote about this in his 11-sentence poem, Harlem. In it, he t