[music] One way the British asserted control over Ireland was by trying to erase its culture. And I think the most potent example of this is the Irish language itself. At one point, this was the language that was spoken by people on the island of Ireland.But under English rule, they really tried to suppress Irish, tried to associate it with with kind of poor and rural communities. Um, instead English was the language of government. It was the the language of education.uh and in the 1830s all of the the Brit ...

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Cultural Identity and Language - Names reflect cultural values, with Chinese culture prioritizing family and the collective [4], while Western cultures emphasize individualism [5] - Language shapes thoughts and builds the world we live in [6] - Living between two cultures allows for noticing things and feeling emotions previously unknown [24] - Exploring different cultures requires curiosity, non-judgment, and willingness to learn about oneself from a different perspective [27] Intercultural Communication and Family Dynamics - The speaker's family experienced challenges during a 14-month stay due to the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting cultural differences in expressing emotions [7][10] - The "five love languages" concept was used to improve family communication and address conflicts arising from unacknowledged emotions [11][12] - Rituals like daily gratitude sharing and creating TikTok videos helped bridge communication gaps and strengthen family relationships [13][15][16] Cultural Nuances and Ethical Dilemmas - The speaker faced a cultural dilemma regarding whether to disclose the death of her grandfather to her grandmother, reflecting the Chinese value of obedience to elders and prioritizing family well-being [20][22] - The decision to withhold the truth was based on the belief that it was in the grandmother's best interest, despite the speaker's initial feelings of outrage [21]

Say a sentence. Any sentence. Now change your accent just a little.Soften a vowel. Drop a consonant. Make it British or Spanish or something in between.Now ask yourself, did that sentence feel smarter or stranger, more trustworthy, more foreign. The truth is, we don't just hear what people say. We hear where they're from. We hear where we think that they belong.Accents are a little bit like passports. They carry assumptions, credibility, class, intelligence, even kindness. And yet, like passports, they can ...

Role of Writers - Writers are seen as "the custodians of language" [1] - Writers have a duty to point out when the powerful twist words to conceal the truth or change the rules [1]

RT Nick Szabo (@NickSzabo4)This leaves leaves a very misleading suggestion that historical Scandinavians and Finns are descended from these 10,000–11,000 BCE hunter-gatherers. They by and large are not (see my other posts in this thread). And also contrary to your other suggestion, Scandinavians are closely related in both genetics and language to other historical Europeans, especially other northern Europeans. It is quite true the Scandinavians were not conquered by Roman Empire or other Mediterranean peop ...

RT Nick Szabo (@NickSzabo4)This leaves leaves a very misleading suggestion that historical Scandinavians and Finns are descended from these 10,000–11,000 BCE hunter-gatherers. They by and large are not (see my other posts in this thread). And also contrary to your other suggestion they are closely related in both genetics and language to other historical Europeans, especially other northern Europeans.It is quite true the Scandinavians were not conquered by Roman Empire or other Mediterranean peoples, but th ...

Good afternoon everyone. Can you this water bottle is a small plastic water bottle having transparent water 250 ml of water. Now if I say to water I hate you I don't like you you made me sick.Can there be change in the water. No. Apparently no.If I say thank you, I express my gratitude your life. Can there be change in the water. Apparently no.So in that case I can open the water bottle. I can take a seat. No change.This was proved wrong scientifically by Emoto Mosuro in 1994. In 1994 he came up with an ide ...

Cultural Preservation and Identity - The presentation emphasizes the importance of preserving cultural heritage and mother tongues, as exemplified by the Boa ethnicity's efforts to maintain their language and traditions [10][11] - It highlights the value of indigenous wisdom and unique cultural experiences, suggesting that these can offer insights and inspiration [2][16][18] - The presentation encourages individuals to embrace their own cultural roots and distinctive perspectives [12][18] Business and Innovation - The presentation showcases examples of businesses that successfully integrate cultural heritage with modern innovation, such as fashion, gourmet products, and handcrafted dolls with traditional costumes [13] - These businesses are not only financially successful but also contribute to social good by providing job opportunities and staying true to their home communities [14] - The presentation suggests that businesses can find success by focusing on cultural heritage and creating unique products that reflect their roots [13][14] Personal Reflection and Purpose - The presentation contrasts the fast-paced, materialistic values of modern society with the slower, more peaceful lifestyle of the Boa people [4][7] - It encourages individuals to find a balance between ambition and inner peace, and to seek significance and purpose in their actions [8][12] - The presentation prompts reflection on personal goals and values, suggesting that individuals should consider what truly matters to them [3][7]

Migué de México a este país con mi mamá y con mis dos hermanos menores a la edad de 16 años. No sabía inglés, no sabía las reglas de este país, no sabía dónde íbamos a vivir o cómo íbamos a sobrevivir sin nuestra familia y amigos. En esta migración perdí acceso a mi abuela, a mis primos, amigos, a mi comida favorita.Tenía tanto miedo, miedo de hablar inglés, miedo a mi acento, miedo a ser diferente, miedo a ser criticada por rechazarla. Como la hija mayor, fingí estar bien. Lo único que sabía era que teníam ...