@rhythmisadancer If that statement offended you to where you felt it was unnecessary and inappropriate good luck surviving residency. Additionally I was kidding, and said "it's your funeral" as a way to make light of the fact that at the end of the day there is no right answer to these things, and it's his decision ultimately. Not to mention, being blind to his situation or what he would actually write makes it difficult to say whether it would be appropriate. Sorry if I don't write all my responses postured to your (or anyone else's) delicate state of being. Want some sage advice? Grow some thicker skin, and learn to recognize levity and humor (even if its bad humor, like mine).
There is a question in the personal information section that reads
"Please provide a narrative or timeline to describe any features of your educational history that you think may be of particular interest to us. For example, have you lived in another country or experienced a culture unlike your own, or worked in a field that contributed to your understanding of people unlike yourself? Or, have you experienced advanced training in any area, including the fields of art, music, or sports? "
Notice how I said that is
essentially a diversity question. One could answer this (like I did) by stating how one is diverse, and additionally what spectrum of experiences have contributed to this diversity.
