Becky had an amazing way to rephrase situations. Her ability to be respectful and non-blaming is inspiring. When she communicated about Gilbert’s mother being in town, she highlighted how extremely brave she was. Additionally, when Becky asked Gilbert what he wanted, she had him speak his inner narrative. I want a house for the family, Mamma to take aerobics, Ellen to grow up, a new brain for Arnie and I want to be a good person. All of this communicated that he wants to fix everything. I feel like he was naming the problems. Becky brings the hope, she is the new support for Gilbert. …show more content…
Culture is important when examining families. The film was filled with symbolism. The owl that appeared when crossing the river and reappeared when Chucho was shot intrigued me. It was an omen of bad luck or death. The mother viewed it as a sign of his impending death. In the Sánchez family, things in life that are sacred are marriage, god, and integrity. The family is very important and who you are as a person matters. Jimmy, was a troubled child, cleans up his act and gets a job to support his family because of his family values. Don’t shame the family was their