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An Ode to the Dena
Read more: An Ode to the Dena“Ubuntu” is an ancient African term that is often translated as “I am because we are” or (“I am because you are”). First and foremost, ubuntu reflects an understanding of shared or common humanity. It is a philosophy that advocates for collectivism over individualism. It asserts that such a society gives human beings a sense…
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cremation is education
Read more: cremation is educationIn a medical anthropology class, I once researched & wrote a paper on end-of-life rituals during the death and dying segement of our course. I had already been interested in death and dying literature thanks to massage school & discovering Buddhist death meditation practices. I was most inspired by “A Year to Live” by Stephen…
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Discovering Mae Nak Phra Khanong — Thailands Legendary Loving Ghost
Read more: Discovering Mae Nak Phra Khanong — Thailands Legendary Loving GhostWhen I was younger and would travel solo, I rarely had the time or resources to meaning-make of all of the cultural phenomena I would experience. This is not to say that I did *a lot* by any means – however the journeys I *did* go on, were all profound. Since I’m invested in learning…
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