What's in a name?
A success, a respect, a responsibility, a skill, a devotion, a pride, an individuality, a tie, a pragmatism, a wisdom, a pleasure, a dynamism, a letter, an emotion, a delight, a motivation, a mastery, a camaraderie, a diploma, a discovery, a quality, a zeal, a proof, a dimension, a charm, an award, a happiness, a seal, a hospitality, a status, a persona, a joy, a declaration, a service, an authentication, a competence, a character, a belief, a talent, a dignity, a mark, a bravery, a uniqueness, a history, a stigma, an interest, a legacy, a creativity, a membership, a satisfaction, a sympathy, an exploration, a grace, an ingenuity, a humility, an admiration, a legend, a manifestation, an encouragement, a title, a confirmation, an audacity, a community, an empathy, a collaboration, a brand, a symbol, a vindication, a glory, an originality, a lie, a praise, a fame, an agency, an aspect, a love, a validation, an accomplishment, an attraction, a fidelity, a disclosure, a perseverance, a stewardship, a scholarship, an act, a fulfilment, a unity, a care, a sentiment, a diligence, a diversity, an excellence, a colour, an impression, a disability, a thrill, a certification, a confidence, a belonging, an affection, a celebrity, a citizenship, a ratification, a finesse, a self-image, a courage, a renown, a realisation, a serenity, an ambition, a depth, an affiliation, a dependence, a concern, an acknowledgment, a distinctiveness, an amity, an excitement, a documentary, , an advertisement, a brilliance, a virtue, a badge, a feeling, a verification, an assurance, a leadership, a revelation, a distinction, a complexity, a trophy, a confession, an allegiance, an integrity, an understanding, a sign, a tenderness, a victory, a trait, an artistry, a pedigree, a liability, a pioneering, an ambience, an avocation, a faith, a synergy, a creation, a recognition, an accolade, a reliance, a curiosity, a fellowship, a tranquillity, a guarantee, an honour, an attainment, an achievement, a gratitude, a persuasion, a label, a loyalty, a prize, a reputation, a creed, a solidarity, a signature, a shield, a transparency, a profession, an authenticity, an endurance, a strength, an honesty, a dedication, an attribute, a demonstration, an autonomy, a trust, a judgement, a conviction, a substantiation, a comfort, a stability, a security, a vision, an evidence, a competition, a justice, a mercy, a triumph, a self-worth, a kindness, an expectation, a contentment, a passion, a resilience, a trustworthiness, a knowledge, a hope, a facet, a harmony, a craftsmanship, a prestige, an enthusiasm, an openness, a purpose, a commitment, a potential, a remembrance, a reassurance, a power, a vulnerability, a freedoms, a friendship.
What else could you do with all this:
- Write a poem for each concept, exploring how it relates to the idea of a name.
- Choose a quote that resonates with the concepts on the list and illustrate them. Create a quote book that showcases the quotes and your artwork.
- Create a visual representation of each concept - an illustration, photograph, a collage, etc.
- Design a board game or card game where players must navigate the different concepts and their relationships to the central question.
- Create a word cloud visualising the concepts.
- Compile the concepts into a deck of cards or stickers, and use them as a tool for personal reflection, reminders, or motivators.
- Create a journal and/or scrapbook for just those concepts, and explore each one on its own page.
- Play a name game where you pick out all the words in the list that start with the letters of your first name, the first letter of your first name, or just your initials. Do they have any resonance with you? Any connection?
- Look into the naming traditions of different cultures.
- Explore the concept of being anonymous or having anonymity, and consider what it'd be like to be nameless or live without the labels and expectations that come with them.