#Cultural Connection

[edenfenixblogs]

Hahahahhahah! this brings me joy.

[delicatelysublimeforester]

Dog Sledding Through the Saskatoon Winter

[asanee44]

Why Ancestor Elevation is Essential for the African Diaspora

Join us for an enlightening discussion on the significance of ancestor elevation and its transformative impact on the African diaspora. We’ll explore the ancient practice of honoring and elevating our ancestors according to African tradition. We’ll also discuss how it helps us connect deeper to our roots and empowers us to heal generational trauma. Even more, we’ll examine why ancestor elevation…

[andrewdi8]

CAN TRUE FRIENDSHIP THRIVE ACROSS LANGUAGE BARRIERS?

Have you ever had a friendship with someone from a different accent and feel curious to ask "Where are you from"? That simple qustion can spark a great conversation and before you know it, you might end up us good friend.

I have personal experience with this, while working abroad, I met colleagues from Italy. They were amazing people, we shared common interests, had fun together and supported each other. We would talk about our countries, traditions, languages, slang and even bad words, which was hilarious. Sometimes it was challenging to explain things in English becouse our vocabulary wasn't very rich but we managed byfinding synonyms or using gestures. It was a wonderful experience that taught me a lot.

But can a strong friendship really develop without a shared language?

[rsayoub]

The Power of Language: Unveiling Innovations and Cultural Connections with Ed Varela

In the vibrant realm of language services and cultural connection, stories of innovation, determination, and serendipity often intertwine, painting a compelling picture of a world brought closer through the power of communication. The Localization Fireside Chat’s Episode 58 serves as a testament to this, featuring an enlightening conversation with Ed Varela, the Co-founder and CEO of Lingolet, a…

[goshashka-design]

Crafting Chocolates Unfolded

https://v.ftcdn.net/06/45/26/74/700_F_645267483_GcnR2tnFx7cJPhQjLt1F3AwRjWz7uKRR_ST.mp4   In the captivating video titled “Step into the World of Large-Scale Sweet Manufacturing,” viewers are transported into a realm where the artistry of crafting chocolates takes center stage. This mesmerizing process unfolds before our eyes, revealing the intricate dance between machinery, ingredients, and…

[artspace11275201418]

How Home Decor enhance our confidence and peace level: lets find this phenomenon

Of course! The fascinating trend of enhancing confidence and peace of mind through home décor is a fascinating relationship between psychological well-being, creativity, and personal expression.

Now, let's explore the fascinating world of home décor and how much it affects our inner peace and self-assurance.

Imagine this: Entering the room, you find that it's more than simply four walls—it's a blank canvas ready for your unique touch. Comfort, style, and confidence come together in your house, which is an extension of who you are. It seems sense that the hues, patterns, and layouts we are surrounded by have a big impact on our well-being, productivity, and mood.

Let's start by solving the puzzle of how home décor might boost our self-esteem. 

Have you ever noticed how entering a space with thoughtful design gives you the impression that everything is under control? 

It's similar to how wearing your best dress makes you feel unstoppable, except, in this instance, the empowering thing is happening in your environment.

Picture bright colors covering your walls, expressing your courage and joie de vivre. Or maybe sleek, contemporary furniture that radiates success and sophistication. 

Your house turns into a stage, and every item of furniture serves as a supporting cast member to help you feel more confident. 

It's like having that inspirational quote beautifully displayed on the wall or your comfortable recliner acting as your very own personal cheerleader, pushing you to reach your greatest potential.

Being confident involves more than simply swagger; it also involves inner peace. And this is when home décor's true enchantment comes to life. 

Your home can become a peaceful haven thanks to the furniture placement, the plush carpets underfoot, and the mood lighting.

Consider this: a location devoid of clutter, where everything has a place, can also help you clear your thoughts. 

A well-designed home fosters an unsaid harmony that frees your mind from the constraints of disorder. 

It serves as a focused diversion from the craziness of the outside world, similar to yoga for the soul.

Furthermore, customization is essential to creating this peaceful sanctuary.

 Your individual interests and life experiences are reflected in your home design, which is more than just the latest fashions. 

Every wall photo and memento you've collected throughout the years whispers a cozy, comforting story. 

It's a carefully chosen archive of dreams and recollections that uplifts your soul and gives comfort when life throws you a curveball.

Not to be overlooked are the peculiar accents that give your décor a dash of comedy. 

A clever doormat or a comical work of art might make you feel better right away.

 Laughter, after all, is the best medicine—even if it takes the shape of an amusing wall painting or a funny throw pillow.

Moreover, the mutually beneficial connection between self-assurance and tranquility in our living spaces goes beyond simple design. 

Research indicates that a neatly arranged and furnished area helps lower tension and anxiety levels, enabling one to project a more assured and collected image of oneself.

Essentially, the phenomenon of how our sense of calm and confidence is influenced by home decor is a complex dance of emotions and aesthetics. 

It's about accepting our uniqueness, surrounding ourselves with things that speak to our souls, and designing an environment that not only reflects who we are but also gives us the confidence to become who we want to be.

Thus, keep in mind that you're creating a sanctuary that embraces your individuality and strengthens your inner power the next time you rearrange your furniture or paint a wall a bright hue.

 Let's toast to the wonders of home décor—the subtle but effective trigger that lifts our spirits and gives us confidence!

[epicstoriestime]

Embracing Musical Freedom: Breaking the Boundaries of Genre

What is your favorite genre of music?   Introduction: Imagine a world where the barriers of genre vanish, where you are not confined to a single favorite genre but rather explore the vast landscape of musical expression. In this realm, every note, rhythm, and melody becomes an opportunity for discovery and enjoyment. Embracing musical freedom means breaking the boundaries that limit our…

[jedi-starbird]

Rex: So General Kenobi, how come you speak mando'a?

Obi-Wan: I've always been interested in the culture and I spent a year on Mandalore for a mission in my youth :)

Rex: I see, what about you, General Skywalker?

Anakin: Huh? Oh Obi-Wan used to drop me off in mando daycare when he went to get laid in little Keldabe, fun times, they taught me how to headbutt someone.

[theseyellowdays]

One thing I genuinely think the fandom forgets or underestimates is just how weird Neil is. Like we paint him to be this carismatic, flashy, cocky bad boy, but in reality he's stingy, skittish, balks at anything more personal then his thoughts on Exy and Cannot for the life of him socialize. Like in the Raven King, right after Seth dies, he straight up goes:

"Neil had to patch things up with [Allison] somehow, but he didn't know where to start. He'd never been good at winning people over. Someone like Allison wasn't likely to be his first success. "

Neil's spent his life living on the outskirts of "average" life. Ergo, he's cagey and flighty and so far removed from normal that even among the Foxes he'll always be a little unpredictable and odd. And you know what, good for him; we all deserve an antisocial introverted asshole to raly behind.

[filurig]

sekuuti and akestur, deities of the rau-kakse and crakam

LONG ASS CREATION/ORIGIN STORY OF THE RAU KAKSE AND CRAKAM HERE

the sun and moon both have important roles in northern basilisk religion, and are interpreted as two deities: sekuuti (sun) and akestur (moon).

both seen as patron deities of their respective people (rau-kakse aka basilisks and crakam aka harpies). their eggs were originally stars in the sky that fell and hatched in the world below.

at first, there was only pure spirit. something known as "tukaarti" (which is an unconscious but all powerful driver of all things) - the "natural force", arose, and began create shapes from this spirit, polarities, warmth, energy eventually the forces shaped this spirit into The World, which was barren at first, amorphous, but this shaped energy began to solidify, first into mountains, then into lakes, rivers, flora etc etc. but the water did not stay liquid long for after the formation of these things, and a brief flourishing period, the World cooled down, and fell under a great winter, as it had no sun. the sky is basically where tukaarti resides in its rawest form still, and stars are "concerntrations" of it, and the only light source. the stars began to fall eventually on occasion into the world, and that would spawn Creatures. early on when the world was still fresh after this was when the eggs of sekuuti and akestur fell, they were among the last creatures to fall onto the world. prior to them similar animals had hatched from other eggs, but they all perished trying to survive on their own.

both sekuuti and akestur were lonely and struggled on their own - persecuted by hostile ancestors of other creatures. not only was it difficult, most of all, it was lonely.

sekuuti was so lonely that she desparately wanted children, but as she was the only one of her kind she prayed to tukaarti for a way to achieve that company she desired. she was heard, and granted the ability to shapeshift to any creature that she found. this also was something tukaarti needed, as it lacked a way for spirit to go from the World back to tukaarti, and by "collecting" bodies to learn as forms, sekuuti would also return their spirit to tukaarti. with this ability, she resorted to courting different birds that she transformed into and bearing their young. and she did successfully hatch them. her children would not only inherit a lot of her features and shapeshifting ability, but they also inherited the plumage and some other traits from their other parents, and she loved them all the same. this also means that according to rauk-kaksian lore sekuuti "has no comparison" and doesnt look like an extant bird in particular, but interpretations vary. these children were the first "rau-kakse". the most important established trait of her depictions though is that it seemed that the glow from her egg ("star") never faded, and her plumage glowed strongly and brilliantly.

akestur, meanwhile, sought company with birds in a different way. he found flocks of corvids, flocks of nightjars, and found certain comfort with them. but he was frustrated with the fact that they could not communicate, he prayed for the ability to "hold a conversation" with his new contemporaries. and the tukaarti granted him his wish - the flocks that he had become familiar with were granted a blessing, but with that blessing, they also changed in morphology - they became harpies (crakam), and gained sapience. he was reminded, however, that he had gotten this wish without cost - and that the forces counted on him to do what they wished in return if they so needed it. they only cryptically let him know to "not keep his eyes off of the flame". akestur is thought to have looked like a harpy slightly, but with a different face, black as night, but with brilliant glowing white eyes.

again, the world during this time was pretty barren and harsh due to an eternal winter, as they had no sun. sekuuti, while having found comfort in her kin now, was unhappy with the state of affairs - especially as many young would die in the harsh conditions. akestur, too, hated seeing his new contemporaries suffer.

the two groups would meet one day, sekuuti and akestur leading them. the two were fascinated by one another - sekuuti brought warmth to akestur and the crakam, while akestur brought a certain darkness, that while somewhat discomforting at first, also shrouded both groups from other hostile creatures, theyd come to find out. there was safety in his darkness. sekuuti and akestur grew very close and became partners (according to most legends).

sekuuti wanted to change the state of the world and set her eyes upon the sky, wanting to become a sun and bring warmth to all and end the eternal winter. akestur was hesitant, for he did not want to lose her, and her children needed her. when seeking the guidance of tukaarti - they discouraged her from it, urged her to stay and perform her duty as a bringer of spirit from corpses of this plane back to tukaarti. but she was insistent, and one day, decided to simply go for it. she flew so fast, with such force, that she caught flame, but her will was so strong that it didnt bother her and she became one with the flames eating her as she flew up to the sky.

akestur was too late, and only realised she was gone once she had lit up the sky. betrayed, upset, but most of all - realising that he had failed tukaarti. he had let his eyes off his flame. as a punishment, tukaarti undid the blessing it had granted his people for half of them, leaving half of them as regular birds again.

sekuuti lighting up the world had done something - it had taken away the eternal winter, but the problem was - sekuuti had nothing to temper her up there. the world was beset by a devastating drought with no end in sight. akestur, trying to lead his people as well as the basilisks, then realised what he had to do.

before leaving his people, he urged them "to not take their eyes off the flames", meaning the basilisks in this case, and then, he also set off for the sky. instead of setting ablaze, his eyes seemed to burst with the pressure of the speed of his flight, engulfing him in a cold, bright light. once he joined sekuuti in the sky - the heat was finally tempered.

however, sekuuti, both overwhelmed with love but also guilt and shame over abandoning akestur, fled him. but he, loyal and also overwhelmed with love, began to follow her. and basically, the day/night cycle is their eternal chase after one another - and on occasion, they meet, during eclipses :,) perhaps they also realised that their chase is what brings the world balance. and perhaps its a bit of a punishment from tuukarti for disobeying it.

[genderkoolaid]

european italians when italian americans have their own pronunciations & spellings because we are a linguistically isolated diaspora & most of our families spoke regional dialects instead of standard italian when they immigrated anyways:

[delicatelysublimeforester]

Sowing Seeds of Change: Richard St. Barbe Baker's Green Legacy

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TOKYO GHOUL MIKU

[cubbihue]

Peri's no good terrible bad day just seems to get worse and worse!

Timmy's hoping his baby brother didn't hear the whole conversation. But with that expression on his face, Timmy suspects it may be a bit too late for him. Timmy's companion scurried away as soon as he noticed Poof. A Pixie can sense drama and conflict from miles away.

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