In this tutorial we discussed the overall need for occupation and how this is relevant to our own activities. The key point that i took away from this tutorial was that we all need something that will respond or fill an area within us/our lives. An example of this may be that in order to fulfil our creative needs we need to cook as when we cook we feel we can express our selves. For me, cooking is the one activity that i can complete in a structured way, whilst altering its taste, texture and colour to suit me or the consumer, therefore meeting my creative needs. Other needs that cooking fulfils within my life is self satisfaction, caring for others and the role as the giver. As cooking has always been a crucial part of human existence therefore there are many aspects within that are very familiar. However, it may be argued that traditional cooking is a thing of the past with takeaways and technology taking over. I believe that it is important to consider traditions within cooking whilst taking into account the improvements of tools and access to ingredients that is available today. I enjoy cooking with fresh ingredients from our farm and garden and mixing them with high quality ingredients both locally and from overseas. I enjoy the ease of creating something with cooking tools that are new and basic to use. These two factors combined make all cooking experiences a joy. The following is the key points from the tutorial that i believe relate to cooking when discussing the need for occupation:
Labour
- survival
- we have to
- a way to make a living
- freedom from life stresses
- meditative
- societal expectations (organic food)
- memories with smell/de ja vu
- feel a connection
Work
- improving aesthetics
Play
- making a statement
- playing a role
- nature is king
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