Diversity of Cultures and Surprising of Peoples

Cultures are very diverse, and people accustomed to specific traditions can be surprised when faced with other customs. For me, acquaintance with a girl from a culture where children do not celebrate birthdays but honor their mother giving birth was such an experience of culture shock. This holiday is so...

Case Study: Cross-Cultural Miscommunication

Introduction The first participant is the school counselor: an American woman with at least an undergraduate degree and undetermined ethnicity (not Hispanic). The other figure is Elena, 13, from an immigrant family with many siblings, perhaps a first-generation student. Her family lives in California: Mexican father and American mother. Their...

West Brain, East Brain Book by Sharon Begley

The article tells about a relatively young field of science called cultural neuroscience. Begley argues that depending on the cultural context in which an individual developed, the brain fires different areas and functions in response to the same stimuli. In particular, the author emphasizes that these differences are observed between...

South Tennessee Culture and Stereotypes

Tennessee has its own unique culture, which is rooted in its long traditions developing throughout the history of the US. Starting from the Spanish explorers, who moved the Cherokee population to the south and continued by other European settlers sidelining the Confederates, Tennessee was the last state to give women...

Spanish Cuisine and Its Importance in Spanish Cinema

Goals and Thesis I will be talking about the aspects of Spanish cuisine as a cultural element and its role in Spanish cinema. I want to highlight why Spaniards’ food preferences are part of the national identity, how much eating habits may tell about people, why utilizing cuisine is essential...

Indian Greeting Traditions: Intercultural Communication Study in India

Different countries have different traditions and customs when it comes to greeting or addressing others. There are many nuances that depend on the culture of a nation and its history (Khan, 2017). That is why choosing the correct name to use and to be addressed by can be sometimes difficult...

Aztec and Spanish People’s Cultural Differences

The excerpts from “An Aztec Account of the Spanish attack” and “Cortes Wants Cholulans To Destroy Idols” describe the events which unfold during the conquest of the indigenous American population from the perspective of both sides. From these passages, it is possible to identify several differences within the religious culture...

Multicultural Competence in Counseling

Disability is a state usually viewed as deviant by people without it and the community. Such negative attitudes are not necessarily the same as those held by people with disabilities and their families. Consequently, even well-intentioned professional counselors are subject to the impact of societal and historical attitudes concerning disability....

Cancel Culture Before and After the COVID-19 Pandemic

Introduction Cancel culture is a phenomenon that has roots in much older concepts of social accountability and public shaming. While it is very often associated with wrongful accusations and harassment, cancel culture is equally capable of benefiting and negatively contributing to a social space. As such, the following paper aims...

Culture, Cultural Identity, and Cultural Influence

Introduction Culture, cultural identity, and cultural influence form the fundamental elements through which human beings interact and behave. They are considered the society’s binding that regulates the behaviors of the individuals within the society. Culture shapes behavior and relationships by determining how individuals express creativity within the public. Each community...

Japan: Researching of Orientalism

People usually see Asian culture as significantly different from American or European traditions for example. Additionally, social structures, laws, and interactions are managed in ways different from those in non-Asian communities. Even some aspects of close or resembling nationalities’ traditions may seem odd; hence, non-similar foreign cultures are generally considered...

Yanomamö Culture: “Spirit of the Rainforest” by Ritchie

Mark Andrew Ritchie’s book, Spirit of the rainforest, is about the Yanomamö culture of the Amazon. Nevertheless, the narrative is recounted from the view of Jungleman, a tribe’s shaman. Jungleman is a great shaman who understands both the spiritual and material worlds. The story of the shaman demonstrates the significance...

Values, Theories, and Concepts in Chinese Culture

Introduction China has one of the oldest cultures recognized internationally, dating back to over a thousand years ago. Every nation is identified with its culture and traditions, and China has been conspicuous in maintaining its culture and preventing it from the influence of the outside world. China has a rich...

Identity and Indigenous People

Introduction Cultural identity is important in the prevention of mental illnesses and better adaptation to life. Looking at the relationship between cultural integrity and emotional wellbeing could illuminate endeavors to improve the psychological health of indigenous people, who have frequently encountered various adverse life occasions and stressors. Native people groups...

Confederate Statues Removal

Introduction White racist campaigners protested in Charlottesville, Virginia, on August 21st, 2017, against the removal of a statue of Confederate General Robert E. Lee. On the same day, James Field, a white supremacist, drove his car into a crowd of protestors, killing one and injuring many. However, the statue was...

Muslim Heritage in Culture, Art, and Religion

The Arabs, unlike their neighbors, have never been united by a single state or a single religion. They were fragmented into many independent tribes who were herding sheep and camels. Instead of worshipping one god, Arab Bedouins were polytheists until Muhammad entered the city of Mecca. The unique features of...

The United States as a Land of Opportunities

The establishment of New World colonies saw America rise as a Democratic nation providing equal opportunities to its citizens irrespective of their background. However, these sentiments are contrary to the notions and ideas of several scholars terming the USA as a nation with few educational opportunities but with a high...

The Fad Phenomenon Analysis

Fads are an example of collective behavior shaped by trends within a certain culture, which is why they are extremely fascinating. Such objects achieve short-lived popularity, and then quickly disappear once the novelty factor is gone. The Bad Fads Museum’s official website features a list of the most popular fads,...

Ethnocentrism & Othering in Intercultural Relations

Nowadays we live in a much faster world, where information is able to cross borders with the help of the Internet easily, and people are freer to travel or even migrate than ever before. These types of changes are related to the phenomenon called globalization. In simple words, it is...

“The Right to Look” by Nicholas Mirzoeff: Visual Culture Concepts

“The Right to Look” by Nicholas Mirzoeff presents the reader with political and historical approaches to the subject of visual culture. Mirzoeff’s book is rich in examples of various artworks and historical events, illustrating and explaining the ideas of visuality and the right to look. The following essay will examine...

“The Devil’s Playground” by Lucy Walker

The Devil’s Playground represents a significant detail in life of Amish youth who reach the age of 16. This documentary by Lucy Walker describes the choices that are proposed to Amish youngsters in terms of Rumspringa, a so-called rite of a passage (Walker). The film provides the picture of the...

Comparison of the Culture of China and Japan

The world is made of many nations, unique and mostly unknown to others. The cultures that are close by geographically are better known between themselves, as people have to communicate with each other. But if cultures are far away separate from other peoples, then very little is known about them....

The Nacirema Culture: Unusual Perceptions and Mind-Blowing Ideas

The Nacirema people are a North American group that inhabits the territory between the Tarahumara of Mexico, the Carib and Arawak of the Antilles, and the Canadian Creel the Yaqui. Not much is known about the origin of these people, only the information that they came from the east. In...

People of the Bayou Cajun Life in Lost America

This book gives the story of a vanishing culture in an affectionate way. It also tries to maintain their culture despite the influence of a pre-dominant culture. The book gives a closer look to the day to day life of this culture; you begin to feel their triumphs and challenges....

Subculture and Subcultural Capital

Introduction A subculture defines a group of individuals different from other individuals of the same larger culture to which they belong. A subculture could either be distinct or hidden. Nonetheless, it has elements and practices that are different from those of the dominant culture. Subcultures could be differentiated from the...

European Colonialism in the Middle East

Introduction World history is versatile in events that outlined the contemporary shaping of the world. The political map went through many changes during the twentieth century. Just after World War II, the total collapse of major empires presupposed the struggle for the liberation of many countries being previously colonized. England...

Multiculturalism in the Canadian Society

Introduction Multiculturalism is one of the dominant features of Canadian society. Canada has a unique history, important elements of which are an indigenous population, a British and French colonial past, and recent extensive immigration of people from many different countries and cultures. This has resulted in one of the most...

“Introducing Cultural Studies” by B. Longhurs

The space surrounding people, in every diversified meaning of the word “space”, can be considered topographically non-uniformed. There are rises, overcoming which demands exponentially increasing efforts. Along with these rises each following step demands greater expenses – forces, time, energy, mind or simply material resources. During any moment of such...

“Introducing Cultural Studies” by Brian Longhurs

The book “Introducing Cultural Studies” by Brian Longhurst et al. deals with cultural studies considering it as “one of the most stimulating areas of activity in intellectual life” (Longhurst et al. 2008). The main points of the extract under consideration are defining the notion of culture, discussing the issues connected...

Understandings of “Asia” and “the West”

Perhaps the most important question to ask ourselves when trying to re-recognize Asia as both a territory and a mindset is to establish why we are doing so in the first place. Over centuries many have tried to ‘pin down’ Asia to a single ideology so that it can be...

People of Haitian and Iranian Heritage

Introduction To provide high-quality care, health professionals should be aware of the peculiarities that the patient has. These peculiarities include the patient’s family history as well as the background that comprises the cultural peculiarities of the patient. Since different ethnicities have their health care beliefs that have been formed historically...

Maori Culture Throughout History

Introduction New Zealand’s Maoris are the indigenous people that originated from Eastern Polynesia and inhabited the archipelago in waves from 1250 through 1300 AD. The relationships between the indigenous Maori and the European settlers have always been turbulent and complicated. To this day, there is still a certain tension that...

American Cultural Studies and Their Development

Purpose The purpose of American cultural studies is to offer a multi-disciplinary approach to the analysis of modern and historic cultural processes which are relevant to the United States society. While the subject focuses on the United States as a country, it provides a much broader global context and the...

African American Expressive Culture

Abstract My culture is the thing that defines me and my behavior. It influences my decisions and values in life. As I am African American, I have a bicultural identity, which means that both Africa and America are my homes. Today my culture is not the same as it used...

Interconnection in Popular Culture

This essay considers the interconnected in popular culture. With globalization and commercialization of culture, every aspect of culture seems to be merged into one single realm. This essay illustrates that despite the commercialization and merging of cultures into a kind of global pop culture, much refreshing diversity remains. The diversity...

Cultural Norms, Values and Ways of Behavior

Introduction This essay explores the concept of’ culture’. Culture is understood as shared norms, values, and ways of doing that distinguish a person. Each society has a culture. Society is a word that can apply to the whole of the human race or groups of people distinguished by geographical boundaries...

Globalization: Cultural Fusion and Economic Impact

Introduction: Encountering a Symbol of the United States in the Middle of China It has been quite a while since the word “globalization” was a neologism. Becoming a part and parcel of the modern world, globalization seems to have shaped every single country, opening states for new relationships with the...

The Batek Community in Malaysia: Cultural Behavior

Introduction The Batek of Malaysia represents a group of people from the Semang dialect that lives near Lebir River in the Kelantan State, Malaysia. People from Semang are characterized by physical feature of Negros origin, which are inclusive but not limited to noses that are flat and broad, curly hair,...

Saudi Arabia and Lebanon Cultures Comparison

Introduction Saudi Arabia is one of the dominant nations in the Middle East region with its capital city in Riyadh (Ryan, 2010). The dominant religion is Islam while the government is run by a monarch system. Its current population stands at slightly above 25 million people. It has great temperature...

Cross-Cultural Interactions and Differences

Cultural Dimensions It has been postulated that the behavior of every individual is largely defined by the cultural environment in which he or she lives. Cultural traditions and values themselves are developed under the influence of various social, political, and historical contexts. Due to the uniqueness of the combination, each...

Indian Wedding vs. American Wedding

Introduction A major characteristic of different countries and religions is that they have varying traditions. However, some traditions and events are universal to the human community. One tradition that is common among all countries and religions is the wedding ceremony. Great importance is placed on this event and it entails...

Raymond Williams’s Opinion About Culture in Society

Introduction In his work, Raymond Williams discussed culture on the basis of his own observations and considerations. The author pointed out that it is ordinary because it is created by the shared means and is available to all. Still, his view seems to be not relevant to the culture in...

The Importance of Cultural Framing

Introduction Setting the premises for a conflict, cultural frames determine the scope of the vision of the world for a specific social or ethnic group. Preventing the members of the groups in question from seeing past the frames set by the philosophy, which they created, the given phenomenon explains basically...

Stress Management in Tibetan Culture: Spirituality & Communication

Introduction High levels of stress can hinder the efficiency of a person’s undertakings, thus resulting in undesirable outcomes. The management of stress is vital for the enhancement of aspects of spirituality and communication (Seaward, 2015). Fear can emerge due to stress whereby an individual loses self-confidence, which can be portrayed...

Subcultures and Reasons for Their Existence

Introduction Each person living in a society is a part of its culture. This is inevitable; whether we want it or not, we learn from what surrounds us and adopt other people’s habits and manners. However, there exists such a phenomenon as subcultures; members of subcultures are a part of...

Cultural Diversity in Muslim and Christian Marriage Traditions

Introduction Substantial differences in religious practices and beliefs are one definition of diversity in cultures. Religious diversity is recognized by individuals from the most isolated and smallest communities. This topic explores the origin and development of the basic concepts of religious traditions, including marriage. On this topic, Muslims conduct their...

Understanding Cultural Appropriation and Its Ethical Implications

Introduction Cultural appropriation is the practice of adopting or using elements of one culture without proper understanding or respect for the original culture’s values and traditions. This, in turn, may be harmful to marginalized communities and undermine national authenticity. As an example of the controversy of such a practice, I...

The Work “Cultural Consequences” by Geert Hofstede

Geert Hofstede’s publication Cultural Consequences was among the rear world’s shaping studies on the database. His research and conclusions were influential and rational that anyone who came across them had but to read to gain further point of view on the aspect of culture across the world. The evidence is...

Applications of Hofstede Cultural Dimensions

Introduction Hofstede’s Cultural Dimensions theory is an outline established by Dutch management scholar Geert Hofstede to help students understand how different countries vary in culture. The dimensions are globally used to assist in good communication and politeness across communities with different beliefs in companies and mediation groups (Ferri 10). The...

Thailand Ethnic Groups’ View of Pain

Introduction The most prevalent cause for people to visit a doctor is pain, which is all too common. The presence of pain in the human body signifies that a particular tissue is injured and requires prompt medical attention. Culture influences health inequities, medical results, interaction with physicians and nurses, and...

Diffusion and Mechanism of Culture Change

The mechanism of culture change selected for the analysis is diffusion. Diffusion, or the transfer of ideas, habits, or customs from one culture to another, leads to significant innovations when cultures converge (Haviland et al. 115). One of the crucial causes of diffusion is migration, whether free or forced. Haviland...

The Impact of Cultural Relativism and Ethnocentrism

Introduction Cultural relativism and ethnocentrism are two opposite concepts in social science. The former is about ethical and social standards that are varied by the cultural context, while the latter is about using one’s culture as a frame when making judgments. This essay addresses differences between cultural relativism and ethnocentrism...

Multiculturalism in the United States

American society is a boiling cauldron of contradictions in the sphere of ethnic equality and tolerance due to its heterogeneous nature. The diversity of cultures and ethnic groups is, in principle, one of the main characteristics of the United States. This is an abundance of people from different social circles,...

Aspects of the Maya Culture

The Mayan civilization is one of the most ancient and advanced civilizations that existed in Latin America in pre-Columbian times. Mayan culture is known for advanced knowledge in architecture, mathematics, and astronomy, as well as a developed system of communication, religion, and art, which still impact the modern peoples of...

“Anthropology and the Bushman” by Barnard: The San People of Namibia

Introduction Infinite curiosity studies about man have been known over the past centuries through anthropology. Anthropology is focused on human beings and their stages of development and brings a broader understanding of humans and their relationship with most questions that surround them. It significantly brings to understanding aspects of human...

Hospitality in Maori People: An Investigative Report

Maori are a Polynesian people indigenous to New Zealand; the word itself means “ordinary” or natural. This is how Maori mythology refers to mortal people, in contrast to deities and spirits. It was only after the arrival of the white European colonizers in New Zealand that it became necessary to...

Autoethnography: The Subculture of Sneakerheads

Introduction There is no doubt that a person does not exist in isolation. People are representatives of a particular culture that reflects a set of ideas, beliefs, and customs. However, it is a typical case that individuals, especially young ones, feel more connected to a specific idea or value system,...

Sneakerhead Subculture in the United States

Gunduz, Erin. “The Intersection of Sneakerhead Culture and Racism in the United States of America.” Intersect: The Stanford Journal of Science, Technology, and Society, vol. 13, no. 2, 2020, pp. 1-26. The article discusses Sneakerhead culture, emphasizing its role in the contemporary world and explaining its relevant features. It also...

The Elements of Cultural Humility

As American society grows more multicultural and globalized, the healthcare system is starting to integrate diversity and cultural humility into its core values. This perspective asserts that our cultural identities are heterogeneous and intersectional constructions based on history and the society we grew up in (Yancu & Farmer, 2017). Our...

The Plains Indians as Minority Groups in 1880-1914

The Plains Indians lived in the Great Plain, and their culture is well-known for the importance of the buffalo, their religious ceremonies, the use of the tepee, and their war-path customs. The four important tribes of this culture include the Dakota, Cheyenne, Sioux, and Comanche (Krutz, 2019). The Great Plains...

Cultural Immersion: Interview With Latino in the US

Introduction Understanding the culture of different communities is relevant given the fact that the world is increasingly becoming interconnected. For the first two phases of this project, I have been exploring the culture of Latino America. There are several aspects of their lifestyle which I have learned through interactive activities...

The Term “Oriental” as Discrimination Against Asian People

The term ‘oriental’ remains disputable because of the historical context and numerous cases of mistreatment. In some contexts, it is used to speak about violent and discriminative policies related to Asian people or culture. At the same time, it demonstrates that Asians were not integrated into U.S. society and were...

Reflection of “Globalization of Missions” Article

In “Globalization of Missions: An Exegesis on the Great Commission (Mt 28:18–20),” Kgatle undertakes a fairly thorough exegesis on the end of Matthew 28 to establish its implications for proselytizing in the modern world. The author’s interpretation raises several main points regarding the Great Commission. These include the global nature...

Art as a Valuable Historical Evidence

Conventional view primarily considers books as the main means of learning about historical events; however, art can tell a person more about it than any book would. Even though art may not be so accurate in retelling history, especially folklore, it rather reflects the cultural heritage and habits of one...

Comparing the Cultures of Japan and China: Three-Dimensional Approach

Introduction Understanding the distinct features of a given culture is essential for conducting a proper scientific study in a majority of disciplines. Applying historical, artistic, and religious knowledge when revealing traits inherent in a particular population is a vital part of a viable scholarly investigation. Cultural characteristics, present in one...

Russia and the United States’ Cultural Correlations

Russia and the United States have a long history of rivalry and diplomatic confrontation. With the establishment of the USSR, the two cultures have become opposed to each other. While Soviet Union practiced socialism, the United States developed capitalism and even prosecuted people who were suspected to be communists. Nowadays...

Cultural Relativism: James Rachel’s Claims

The concept of cultural relativism is a well-known phenomenon described by scholars, and the six claims of James Rachel is a model allowing us to examine it. However, since not all of the statements are equally justified, the strongest of them is: “There is no “universal truth” in ethics; that...

Cultural Globalization as the Americanization of the World’s Cultures

The process of globalization has swept the entire world, unifying countries and nations and bringing people across the world closer. Although the specified process has been reasonably viewed as mostly positive, one cannot argue that it is likely to entail multiple confusions and misunderstandings due to the differences in cultures...

Bengali People Culture and Origins of Bengali New Year

Interview Summary: The culture of the Bengali people This interview delves into the culture of the Bengali people. Being one of the largest ethnic groups in the world, the Bengali traditions extend to millions of people, however, their influence is felt primarily in Bangladesh. Bengali New Year is one of...

Evaluating Cultural Dimensions of Globalization

Introduction The omnipresent trend of globalization affects all spheres of human life, imposing significant shifts in the way people view their daily activities, as well as their identity. Commonly, the concept of globalization is referred to as the economic field, where international trade and business relations allow for effective trans-border...

Food and Family in the Hispanic Culture

Introduction The definition of culture has always been one of the most controversial discussion subjects due to the variety of aspects that create a cultural paradigm for an individual with a certain ethnic and social affiliation. Some people perceive culture as a notion that stands for particular behavioral patterns predetermined...

American and African Weddings Comparison

Introduction A wedding is one of the most ancient ceremonies of humankind, held differently in various corners of the planet. Each country in the course of historical development sets its own rules, habits, and features of wedding ceremonies. In some places, they are strikingly different, because the countries themselves differ...

Beautiful and Not Beautiful Cultural Customs and Traditions

The contemporary media agenda teaches individuals to seek beauty in any expression of human activity and existence and to respect all the traditions. However, one may hardly take into consideration the fact that many traditions and fashions appear to be products of a violent and patriarchal culture. An example of...

Traditions and Culture in Dubai

Introduction Situated in the heart of a windy-sandy desert, with scorching heat, is a fascinating town with blended mix of extreme cultures from the liberalized West to the conservative East: welcome to Dubai. Characterized by old-age architectural designs and modern day skyscrapers, Dubai skyline is captivating to watch especially during...

Old Age and Death in Different Cultures

As Jared Diamond (2013) explains in his talk “How societies can grow old better?”, the life of the elderly population varies considerably in different parts of the world. Similarly, the attitude towards death and dying is not the same in every country and culture, and it also changes depending on...

Akeelah and the Bee: Multicultural Diversity

Culture assimilation among various social groups worldwide has been a great problem where some social groups seem to discriminate against others in certain ways. In the contemporary society, as it has been occasionally witnessed there exist various alienations among various social groups, despite their interaction across various social activities. The...

Comparison of Maasai and Japanese Cultures

Maasai is an ethnic group; which lives in East Africa at the border of Kenya and Tanzania. According to their history, the Maasai migrated to their Kenyan home from Sudan and established themselves around the Rift Valley; while others moved to the Tanzanian residence. The fact that the Maasai have...

Challenges Multicultural Children Face in United States

Humans are social animals. They cannot live a life of solitude and isolation, alone in this world. All humans need other humans in order to live their lives properly. They might be strong enough to be able to live without fulfilling their emotional desires etc but they can certainly not...

Linking Cultural Variations and Family Cooperation

Introduction Harrison (2002) defines culture as a set of basic characteristics that makes a certain group of people distinct from another. For example, we may be able to distinguish the way in which Indians act as compared to the Chinese through their cultural differences. We therefore take the differences and...

Relationships Between Maori and Pakeha During the Early Contact Period

Introduction The Maori were the natural or indigenous people of New Zealand and they first came in contact with the Pakeha or the White People in 1769 when Captain James Cook landed in Turanga. Initially, the Maori were extremely violent towards the Pakeha but Captain James Cook realizing the potential...

Culture and Society of Dubai and the UAE

Ancient and traditional culture in the UAE In the period preceding 1960, some of the popular foodstuffs in the UAE were vegetables, yogurt, baked bread, different kinds of meat from goats and camels, rice and dates were also eaten. In the UAE lunch which is mostly served in the afternoon...

“Western” Knowledge and Non-Western Societies

Introduction There is a vague definition of the word western and the way it is used when describing a society, this vagueness can have as an obvious consequence a split in the usage of the words western and non-western society. It should be outlined that in general the west or...

Mandan Influence on Past and Modern Society

Introduction The Mandan are a Native American tribe with a fascinating history. The basis for this report is the book Encounters at the Heart of the World: A History of the Mandan People by Pulitzer Prize winner Elizabeth A. Fenn. This paper provides a reflection on the Mandan people’s influence...

Subject Explained That Mexican People Celebrate Life in Funerals

The interview was conducted with a Mexican female aged 24 years old. She lived in Mexico for the vast part of her life until her family decided to move to the United States for work in 2011. Her family is very traditional and religious, which is why she has a...

Enculturation Process of Amanee

The Case Amanee is a 21 years old Muslim girl from Egypt. She lived in a very religious, educated household. She came to the United States to study English. She is living alone with her roommate from the same country. Once she finishes school, she will be back home with...

Hispanic Ethnocultural Population: Immersion Project

Reflection Observation The population that I choose for my Immersion Project can generally be referred to as ‘Hispanics’. This population is best defined as such that consists of the US citizens (as well as illegals) affiliated with the Hispanic (Spanish, South-American, Latino) ethnocultural background, who appears to share a number...

Cultural Competence: Self-Reflection and Professional Growth

Cultural competence involves a great deal of self-examination in relation to inner beliefs, biases, values, and preferences. Throughout this course, we have covered material on how cultural competence is embedded in various professional disciplines. However, it is up to the professionals to be aware of their individual levels of cultural...

Culture as a Progressive Way of Life

Introduction Culture is a progressive way of life that is largely dependent on the inevitable changes exhibited by human nature. The changes are guided by religion, morality, and the need for social fulfillment. The definition can be deduced by interpreting the arguments made in a book written by Matthew Arnold....

Tattoos Cultural Context: Ancient to Modern

Introduction Tattoos are designs created on the human body by inserting objects beneath the human skin. Tattooing is a form of body modification using indelible ink. The tattooist inserts the ink beneath the skin’s upper layer. Humans have the habit of adopting new cultures that emulate their perception towards various...

Introducing Popular Culture: Foundational Perspectives and Trends

Introduction Population culture includes all the aspects of life that we live by. It is the manner in which we socialize and the basis that helps in decision making (Danesi, 2008). It is the laid out set of laws by the society at any given time, which defines changes in...

The Cultural Divergence of Cinco de Mayo Celebrations in the U.S. and Mexico

Introduction Sharing borders often means sharing culture and social elements, including events. The United States and Mexico may differ in political and economic perspectives. However, cultural aspects between the two countries often overlap as they share a similar colonial past. One event in the USA and Mexico is the Cinco...

Indian Music vs. Western Influence: Traditional vs. Modern

Introduction Indian culture is highly articulated through art, especially music and movies. Most Indian-based musicians often highlight the principles of traditional music in their songs. As entertainment grows, the process of composing these forms of art is embracing Westernization. Mostly felt in music, Westernization is incorporated in the form of...

Cultural Intelligence and Diversity in the Workplace

Introduction Cultural intelligence (CQ) is understanding, appreciating, and effectively interacting with people from different cultural backgrounds. In today’s globalized world, cultural intelligence is becoming increasingly important in the workplace, where individuals from diverse backgrounds often work together. According to Alexandra et al., (2021), high CQ individuals are skilled at adjusting...

American Culture: Linguistics and Culture Review

Cultural universals are characteristics or traits shared by all societies worldwide. They include the institutions’ values, practices, and cultural patterns determined to exist across all people throughout space and time. Examples include performing activities such as singing, storytelling, and cooking (Woods, 2018). Some cultural universals, such as funeral rituals, take...

Culture as Innovation: Pop and Global Culture

The popular culture of society is that which is embraced and admired by a large number of people. The traditions and customs of a particular group constitute culture. According to Little (2016), the term “pop culture” refers to artifacts and human expressions that come from the creative efforts of ordinary...

The Rite of Sun Dance: Ancient Native American Practice

The rite of the Sundance is an ancient Native American practice by the Lakota Sioux. It is a ceremonial dance done during summer at a Sun Dance gathering. The dance is a spiritual and cultural ceremony to strengthen their community and to give thanks to Mother Earth. They believe that...

Discussion: Life in a California Mission

The development of new territories is closely related to the assimilation of their inhabitants. Therefore, it is essential to establish the advantages and shortcomings of the California mission. The culture of the Tubulians had specific features and traditional values that distinguished them from other people. They led a rural life,...

“The Politics of Theorizing African American Families” by Shirley Hill

“The Politics of Theorizing African American Families” by Shirley Hill is an essay published in the 4th edition of Ferguson’s book “Shifting the Center: Understanding Contemporary Families” in 2010 by McGraw-Hill Education. The book represents a collection of essays to deconstruct the notion of family, its evolution, and its relation...

The Nacimera Cultural Practices and Relativity

Introduction Cultural practices vary greatly depending on geographical position. The advent of the technological age has shaped the world into one large community, allowing people across the globe to experience and critique new cultures. While the Nacimeran people share some similarities with conventional communities, the people’s focus on the human...

Multiculturalism and Cosmopolitanism

Multiculturalism The concept of multiculturalism refers to or is associated with understanding the perception that races, ethnicities, and cultures specific to minority groups are specifically acknowledged due to their differences (Holliday et al., 2010). However, in Malaysia, being a grandchild of a Chinese immigrant, the government’s political system promotes racism,...

Culture of Maori People of New Zealand

Maori People are the native Polynesian culture of continental New Zealand. The Maori People originated from East Polynesia with settlers, arriving in mainland New Zealand through several waves by voyages (in canoes) between the 1320s and 1350s. With many centuries existing in isolation, the settling immigrants developed a distinct cultural...

Cultural Differences: Japan and Germany

Introduction One of the most critical elements distinguishing the perceptions of people around the world is culture, and its comparison between Japan and Germany can shed light on the way views are formed. It is to be performed with regard to the activity of citizens, linked to traditions and their...

Cultural Insensitivity in The Great Divide Article

The article The Great Divide: How Westerners and Muslims View Each Other can be classified as one with a hidden meaning of cultural insensitivity. Pew’s choice of words evokes the bad memories that have long caused psychological torture to victims of extremism attacks. Given that the two religions have heard...

The Korean Wave: Transnationality and Hybridity

Korean popular culture has infiltrated the global arena of entertainment. Millions of fans worldwide have an obsession with Korean media, including TV programs (K-dramas), films, and music (K-pop). Korea has managed to leap forward far beyond the expectations some might have had for a small East Asian nation. As of...

Ancient Culture in Chapter 10 of Gomer’s Odyssey

Chapter 10 of The Odyssey is a cultural text that captures the ideals of the time it was written and sheds light on how people saw bravery and virtue. Hospitality, a prevalent pre-modern social custom, is at the heart of The Odyssey and is a fundamental part of the ancient...

Being an Ally to Indigenous Canadians

Being an ally in Indigenous education means making a willing effort to learn about historic Indigenous issues and teaching other non-Indigenous people about them. Ward (2019) implies that it is normal for white people to remain ignorant of the lack of privileges for Indigenous people. Therefore, in order for the...

Visual Media vs. Literary Portrayals in Culture

Culture has many different manifestations and forms, each of which has its own characteristics. One of the most significant is visual media and literary portrayals. These aspects have their own unique features that distinguish them from each other ((Flint 183). Hence, for example, the transfer of a character in a...

Business Culture as a System of Values in the UK

Culture as a system of values serves to form people’s outlooks, attitudes, and stances. It plays a major role in all spheres of life but is especially relevant in business, as it may hinder or assist cooperation depending on how close the businessmen’s cultures are. The UK, being the center...

Everybody’s Ethnic: Communication Between Cultures

Culture is defined as a path of beliefs and behaviors developed by a specific group of people shaped from generation to generation. According to Samovar et al. (2015), culture and communication work in tandem; that is to say, culture is communication, and communication is culture. Through culture, we understand why...

“The Folklore of Small Things: Tradition in Group Culture” by Fine

Author’s Background The article The Folklore of Small Things: Tradition in Group Culture was written by Gary Alan Fine and published in the Western Folklore journal in 2018. Gary Alan Fine is an American sociologist and author of various publications. Small groups and their folklore is one of the leading...

Child Growth and Development: Effects of Culture

Child development is a collaborative, vibrant, and unique process depending on the toddler. Every individual is unique, and as children grow, they adopt many things from other people and the environment that shapes their behavior and thoughts. Different cultures offer different inputs to children during growth, and this is the...

Philippine People: Examining Culture and Traditions

The significance of recognizing cultural barriers to effective communication, as well as the specifics and common aspects of several cultures that allow for building mutual understanding of the target audience. Thus, the integration of effective tools for communication between the group in question and the rest of the community will...

Japanese Religion, Festivals, and National Traditions

Background Several centuries ago, particularly in the 17th century (in 1603), when a series of severe civil riots and warfare were undergone, a dynastic and military-related government (the Tokugawa shogunate) managed to stabilize the general sentiment among citizens. It was high time when the government fixed the political steadiness and...

Horse Riding Stereotype Among the Native Americans

Stereotypes in many ways accompany Native Americans because of their origins, the most important of which has to do with communicating with nature and pets. The stereotype is about attitudes toward, and a particular love of, horseback riding. Traditionally, horses have been used for transportation since, in desert conditions, it...

Creative City and Culture in Modern Megapolises

Introduction In the modern world, the level of urbanization is constantly growing. As the infrastructure develops, cities attract more and more resources and extend their borders. Metapolicies and, in general, cities with a high population density appeal to the creative class and to people whose professions are associated with inventions...

Art and Music in Culture: Concepts of Beauty

Art produces its values through artistic activity and artistic assimilation of reality. The task of art and music is the cognition of the aesthetic, the artistic interpretation of the phenomena of the surrounding world by the author. Art enriches culture with spiritual values through artistic production, the creation of subjective...

Cultural Intelligence and Cross Culture

Cultural diversity has promoted cultural bias in current society mainly because many people are culturally blind. Cultural intellects create an accessible environment by practicing acts of generosity towards people regardless of their differences in identity and behavior. In addition, diverse cultures create religious rituals, beliefs, and stories that explain life...

Value of Human Creative Expression for Contemporary Culture

The ability to creatively express oneself is rightfully deemed as one of the defining characteristics of humans. Interpreting the objective reality through the lens of a specific culture, value system, and imagination, people have managed to create artworks that serve both aesthetic purposes and the ones of emotional relief for...

Aspects of African American Culture

Introduction Culture can be described as the knowledge and characteristics of a specific group of people, incorporating their language, social habits, clothing, literature, arts, and music. One of the culturally rich heritage cultures in the United States today is African American, also known as black culture. The distinctive identity of...

Oceania Culture, Religion, Lifestyle, Cook Island

Cook islanders are an indigenous group that inhabits the Cook Islands, a country in association with New Zeeland. Cook islanders are approximately 19,500, and 79% of them are Polynesian (Sissons 15). Below, the major characteristics of Cook islanders’ society will be addressed in detail. The Culture Individuality is the main...

Latino Community in the USA and Its History

The Latino community of the USA is on the rise, being more numerous and influential than ever. Numbering nearly 50 million, it is, by far, the largest minority group in the USA, and the fastest-growing as well (Gonzalez 2011). Yet the words “Latino community” and “minority in the USA” can...

Cultural Pluralism in the United States History

Introduction Cultural pluralism is accepting everyone’s right to economic and political opportunity and the right of every ethnic group to maintain its own identity (Olson 155). This term is used to refer to minor cultural groups in a big society maintain their cultural unique entities and the large society accepting...

The Shirazi in Swahili: Traditions, Culture, and History

The background of the issue Shirazi people are a sub-clan of the Swahili speaking community found on the East African coast. These people are mainly found in Zanzibar and Pemba. Documentations and customs of these people show that they are descendants of traders from Persia (Shirazi) who came to the...

Conduct of American-Japanese Business Negotiations

Introduction The cultural differences of every nation are often regarded as the key factors, which promote or distract further success in the negotiations. Originally, success or failure depends on the knowledge of these differences by the negotiating parties. The aim of this paper is to analyze the negotiation aspects of...

Culture and Diversity in the Field of Psychology

The United States of America is popularly known as a ‘melting pot’ with a “foreign-born population of about thirty million” in which in about 10% of the citizens have an “immigrant background” (U.S. Census Bureau, 2000), as a result of “the greatest migration in history” since the year 1990 (U.S....

Differences in Cultural Approaches to a Rite of Passage

Human beings go through a series of physical and emotional changes in their lives. While the physical transition of individuals from one stage to another may be similar, the approaches to these transitions are marked by the cultural differences in people. A majority of the cultures consider the stages of...

The UAE Cultural Dimensions Review

Cultural analysis An analysis of the target market is a very important issue before making the decision to move into the market with goods or services. Market analysis comprises of various aspects. Culture is one of the aspects that ought to be considered during market analysis. In the course of...

Weimar Culture Through Escapism in Modern Art

Contemporary film producers shifted their preoccupation with Nazi-Germany to the Weimar Republic, a distinctive yet, no less intriguing period in German history. Instead of focusing on the Second World War, experts portray a spectacular failure of utopic democracy in the 1920s, driven by internal forces in the country. This essay...

Value, Mores, Folkway, Sanction in Holiday Celebrations

Value Value encompasses people’s preferences that concern a course of action or outcome that can be termed as right. Values enhance the aspect. One of the values might for instance entail treating others with dignity. Values usually have the capability of influencing people’s behaviors as well as their attitudes. Someone...

Cultural Awareness, Sensitivity and Competence

Introduction The 20th century has seen a steep rise in the levels of diversity on a global scale. Due to the increase in the number of cross-cultural interactions and intensity thereof, the necessity to develop an in-depth and intrinsic understanding of other cultures has emerged (Holland, 2017). Indeed, without the...

Understanding Alcohol Culture: Economic, Political, and Social Effects

Introduction Alcohol consumption is a rather widespread phenomenon, as the culture of liquor drinking exists in nearly every state of the world. However, in some states, the production of alcohol and its promotion among certain denizens of the population based on the existing drinking culture is used for political reasons....

The Emo and Goth Subcultures Comparison

Introduction The paper at hand will attempt to compare the Emo and Goth subcultures. Both subcultures emerged in the 1970s on the basis of punk rock and quickly spread across the globe (Brake, 2013). The present study aims to prove that despite the fact that representatives of these movements seem...

Indian Culture: Language, Symbols, and Communication

Introduction Culture plays a huge role in social groups as it allows people to have organized and goal-driven behaviors. From the anthropological perspective, culture is defined as a collective set of values, concepts, ideas, and rules shared among a specific social group to allow the aligned continuation of a desired...

Sexual Behavior and Adultery: Aymara Practices vs US Gender Norms

Sexual Behavior of Adultery Among the Aymara The Aymara are people found all over the semiarid lowlands surrounding Lake Titicaca in southern Peru and northwest Bolivia. In contrast to the romantic and passionate interactions, their adultery is an entirely different type of meeting. There is adultery without the accompanying rhetoric...

Constructed vs. Natural Causes of Ethnic Conflict in Pakistan: A Multifactor Analysis

Introduction Ethnic conflict is a topic that researchers have studied for a long time. The purpose of this inquiry is to identify the causes of this conflict. At the moment, there are two opinions, one of which considers ethnicity and nationality “constructed” and the other “natural” phenomena. The first focuses...

Cultural Values and Workforce Dynamics in Italy

Introduction Today’s world is quite diverse and involves many cultures and nations, each with its own values and beliefs. For example, Italy, while being one of the European countries, tends to have its own unique approaches. When dealing with the workforce in Italy, it is crucial to remember to embrace...

Racial Injustice in Cultural Artifacts: Strange Fruit & George Floyd Statue

Introduction As I delve into the world of cultural artifacts and their themes, I have chosen two powerful pieces that resonate deeply with me. These creations not only encompass diverse avenues of creative representation but also traverse distinct epochs, uniting in their dedication to the enduring battle against racial inequality...

The Impact of Cancel Culture on Accountability and Free Expression

Understanding Cancel Culture In the video documentary “Speaking Frankly” by CBS News (2020), the cancel culture is described as a phenomenon amounting to a tantrum and linked to how toddlers would solve their problems. In this case, the documentary tries to create awareness of how individuals or groups often face...

Culture Shock, Ethnocentrism, Cultural Relativism and Their Impact on Society

Introduction Culture shock, ethnocentrism, and cultural relativism are three essential concepts related to culture and its effects on people and society. Understanding Key Concepts Culture Shock Culture shock is something that happens when a person from one culture enters into a new culture that is new to them. It can...

The Role of Culture in Shaping Society: Understanding Material and Non-Material Components

Introduction The socially established traditions and norms determine one’s culture, affecting viewpoints and behaviors. As the fundamental element of individuals’ lives, culture continues, challenges, and changes according to the group’s beliefs and modern trends. The more chances people receive to interexchange their ideas and share their cultural values, the more...

Jewish Mourning Rituals and Adaptations: Impact of COVID-19 and Cultural Practices

Cooper, L. (2021). Kaddish during COVID: Mourning rituals during a pandemic. Contemporary Jewry, 41(1), 39-69. Web. Cooper (2021) focuses on the Jewish mourning rituals during the COVID-19 breakout that led to many deaths all over the globe. According to this study, the traditional Jewish mourning practices often involve Kaddish recitation...

The Intersection of Music and Literature: Analyzing “Erlkönig” and “The Benefits of Luxury”

Introduction Literature and music have always shared a bond, each providing unique storytelling and aesthetic expression platforms. Oliver Goldsmith’s “The Benefits of Luxury, In Making a People More Wise and Happy” from Sporre’s textbook (2014) and Franz Schubert’s “Erlkönig” from OxfordLieder’s YouTube channel (2013) both offer insightful perspectives on the...

The Impact of Culture on Intercultural Communication and Workplace

The Influence of Definitions of Culture on People’s Perspective on Intercultural Communication Definitions of culture can influence people’s perspectives on intercultural communication by shaping their understanding of what culture is and how it influences communication. For example, if someone defines culture as primarily consisting of tangible aspects like food, clothing,...

The Dilemma of Support and Accountability for Indigenous Tribes

Introduction to Indigenous Tribes Native tribes are communities of people who have lived in a specific location for many generations. They each have distinctive cultures, languages, and ways of life that are frequently closely tied to their nations. Indigenous tribes preserve their traditions and identity despite several issues, such as...

Cultural Fusion and Historical Significance of Toledo, Spain

Introduction Toledo is an ancient city in Spain that once experienced many important historical events. Under the influence of Islam, mosques were built in Toledo, as well as churches and synagogues that are of historical value in themselves and also within which history lies. Later, thanks to Toledo, part of...

Overview of American Culture: Values, Customs, and Behavior

Introduction As a nation of immigrants, the United States has been influenced by many cultures, including different customs and traditions in religion, art, food, and more. The United States is often defined as a “melting pot” into which various nations have contributed their own flavor or taste, forming one great...

European Encounters With Native Americans: Colonial Perspectives

Introduction In Columbus’s Journal, the author describes the Native Americans he encounters as “loving and friendly” people who are willing to share their resources and offer assistance. The publicist also notes their physical appearance, praising their “fine shapes” and “handsome faces.” These positive descriptions reflect the European value of civility...

Analysis of the Feature: Traditions and Culture in Dubai

All features have specific target audience. Due to the specificity of the material in the text, the piece would be relevant to only a section of readers; people traveling to Dubai as tourists or traders. With this target in mind then, the article is able to address specific questions and...