The goal of this project was to create works that adhered and spoke to different audiences regarding out chosen research topic, in this case intermittent fasting.
Audience Profiles:
Short Story for Audience 1:
Kate had always dreamed of being in an anime world, and when she received an invitation to Starlight Academy, she knew her adventure was about to begin. The school was different from any other school. Here, students didn’t just train their bodies, they trained their minds and spirits. The key to unlocking their true strength was called “The Magical Fast.”
On her first day, Kate met her teacher, Kazuki, her funny mentor. “Fasting isn’t about starving,” he explained. “It’s about discipline and focus. Your body needs time to recharge, just like your favorite anime heroes powering up after a break.”
At first, Kate found fasting difficult. She was hungry, distracted, and tempted to quit. But every time she wanted to give up, she remembered how every challenge is an opportunity for growth, and kept going.
Kate started fasting for 12 hours a day, slowly increasing her fasting window. She then noticed something incredible: her energy increased, and her focus had sharpened. She began to feel like a character in one of her favorite anime series, gaining strength with each passing day.
After a month, Kate faced her final test: a sparring match against Kai, a top student at the academy. At first, Kai easily overwhelmed her, but Kate remembered her training. She felt her energy surge as she fought, blocking Kai’s attacks and countering with newfound strength. In the end, she won.
Sensei Kazuki nodded proudly. “You’ve unlocked your true power, Kate. Fasting isn’t just about physical strength—it’s about focus, discipline, and patience.”
Kate smiled, feeling like a true hero. She had learned that intermittent fasting wasn’t just a way to get stronger—it was the path to finding balance and power, just like the anime characters she admired.