THE PURPOSE OF BREAKING FRAMES

Greetings! I'm Lizzie, and welcome to "Breaking Frames," a blog dedicated to delving into the intricate ways in which our diverse cultural backgrounds shape our understanding and relationship with language, and its profound impact on our individual identities.

At the heart of this exploration lies the linguistic anthropological concept of 'frames', defined by Dr. Alexander Dent as "A structure of expectations for the production and reception of discourse." "Breaking Frames" aims to transcend beyond mere geographical origins in defining these lingual frames. We will venture into the rich tapestry of each person's identity, weaving in threads of gender, race, and socioeconomic class, which consistently emerge as pivotal and interconnected themes in our dialogues about the influence of language on individual experiences.

Language is not just a medium of communication; it's a cornerstone in the edifice of our identity, both as unique individuals and as a collective species. Our unparalleled capacity to manipulate the complex architecture of language sets us apart in the animal kingdom. To fully grasp this phenomenon, "Breaking Frames" will focus on the individual narrative. Through intimate interviews, we will uncover the vast and varied implications language holds for us both personally and collectively, unraveling how it shapes our society and our very essence.

The core premise of this blog is the belief that by engaging deeply in conversations about linguistic frames with a diverse array of individuals, we can begin to transcend the confines of language in our personal interactions. Join me in this enlightening journey as we discover how understanding different linguistic frames can unlock new ways of seeing and interacting with the world and each other.