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Native American Drums And The History Of Native Americans
- By Craig Chambers
- Published 06/27/2007
- Humanities
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Native American drums are one of the most recognizable Native American instruments. Drums for generations have been at the center of Native lifestyle, forming what has become the foundation the history of Native Americans.
The Truth About Contrarian Couples
- By Carolyn Moynihan
- Published 04/7/2007
- Humanities
- Unrated
Do recent statistics from the US indicate a shift in attitudes towards contraception?
Who Cares? The Crisis Facing An Ageing Society
- By Carolyn Moynihan
- Published 04/7/2007
- Humanities
- Unrated
When the baby boom generation embraced birth control they forgot to ask who would support them and look after them in their old, old age.
Three (hundred million) Cheers For America
- By Carolyn Moynihan
- Published 03/28/2007
- Humanities
- Unrated
And two cheers for the population doomsayers - because they need cheering up.
Understanding Memory Lapses
- By Rene Graeber
- Published 03/28/2007
- Humanities
- Unrated
Most people think that memory lapses are for the hopelessly disorganized. This is because some have systems. For instance, the keys go into the key jar.
The Greatest Invention In The World
- By Saleem Rana
- Published 03/28/2007
- Humanities
- Unrated
The future is upon us in the form of the world wide web. As more and more people learn to access it and talk to each other, humanity will move to some clearer ideas about how to resolve its most pressing problems.
Watada's Stand
- By Michael Skye
- Published 03/28/2007
- Humanities
- Unrated
When it comes time for you to take a stand, will you be ready?
How Can You Tell If Something Is Nonsense
- By Saleem Rana
- Published 03/28/2007
- Humanities
- Unrated
What is the difference between something sensible and something nonsensical and why is it important to be able to distinguish between the two.
One Million Visionaries Walking A Road Less Traveled
- By Michael Skye
- Published 03/28/2007
- Humanities
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Imagine one million Gandhis stepping forward with vision and in unison as they take a stand for all of humanity! Through initiatives such as the emerging One Million Visionaries campaign, we can create a world that really works for everyone.
Is Cultural Incompetence Putting up Walls Where You Work?
- By Judi Lynn Lake
- Published 03/28/2007
- Humanities
- Unrated
Today, most companies try to preserve some degree of cultural competence, accepting and understanding the value of cultural diversity in the work environment. Employers boasting policies of "equal opportunity" pervade our society. However, there is some evidence showing these companies only support cultural diversity to a certain degree --just enough to reduce their being liable for discrimination.
Amish Quilting Was Once Thought Revolutionary
- By Ben Franklin
- Published 03/27/2007
- Humanities
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Very few quilts are known to have been made by the Amish before the 1870s. Then over 15 years quilting became quite common. It is now considered commonplace and expected in the Amish community.
Unique Christmas Gift - For That Special Person In Your Life
- By Eddie Lamb
- Published 03/27/2007
- Humanities
- Unrated
Christmas is coming, a holiday which everyone loves and dreads at the same time. Everything about Christmas is simply wonderful, with the exception that you have to decide what gift you will give to whom and the shop for it, then wrap it and then give it.
Why We Are Self-Destructive
- By Saleem Rana
- Published 03/27/2007
- Humanities
- Unrated
When we arrest our own expression of life force, either individually or collectively, we turn the force of desire against ourselves and become self-destructive.
Students Chip In To Help Katrina Victims
- By Kadence Buchanan
- Published 03/27/2007
- Humanities
- Unrated
While most college students on spring break are busy sunning up and partying down in exotic locales such as Cancun, there are others who are content to sacrifice their spring break to help those less fortunate.
Being on the Team - Becoming Better Friends
- By Jaci Rae
- Published 03/27/2007
- Humanities
- Unrated
To help achieve emotional intimacy, thereby becoming a better friend, you need to nurture a woman's soul by honoring her and validating who she is.