Emotions and culture

understanding correctly, culture universality means it is a perceived notion that every culture expresses emotions the same way; however, cultural specificity, means, emotions are expressed differently through cultures, and therefore cannot be universal. In the observation of crying, if two mothers from different cultural backgrounds find out at the same time they have lost a child, both women would cry. Anguish and fear could also express the same way in diverse cultures. However, in research,…

because one was able to see and explore the creative expression of the individuals who were part of the performance. In general, the Day of the dead visual art altars engaged their audience by expressing strong historical connections and powerful emotions. The concept of visual arts refers to a visual perception. Photography, ceramics, paintings, sculpture and decorative arts each successfully demonstrate an example of this concept. Many believe that every picture tells a story and that is…

In their culture it determined how they learned within their community. According to Scollon and Scollon this is extended into two separate learning methods. They are, enculturation and acculturation. Enculturation is the process by which an individual is gradually learns the values and behaviors of a culture and then adopts its practices and values. Acculturation is the process where once culture borrows the beliefs and behaviors of another culture and merges it into their own…

up narrative for others. Modern subjects were never established in Japan, with Japanese subjects perceived to be constantly loose, flexible, confusing, ambiguous, and reproducible. Asia was considered synonymous with the image of an authoritarian culture lacking in emotional connection, cold, impersonal, and machine-like. Japanese was embodied in liminal quality with not even considered greater than that of robots, but equated with…

arguments about what is morally right or wrong.The differences in morals is most apparent when it comes to different Cultures because of the geography and habits based on each group of people. So since Culture relativism exist, there can’t be a real right or wrong in the world. Knowledge thus becomes subjective because there is no real truth due to the fact that individual Cultures perceive things differently. In the book Elements of Moral Philosophy, by James Rachels, subjectivism is how…

Everyone who will ever live will face adversity due to the inherent human condition. My relationships and experiences have taught me that everyone I know could be in counseling because we all experience the existential anxiety that comes from loneliness, aging, meaninglessness, death, and the choices we make. The realization that all people need help through their life journeys has made me want to fill that need to help and understand them. Through my education, research, and work in the realm…

have died each year and welcome their spirits back. The tradition lasts for three days and each day has a special meaning and purpose. This day has been shaped by their own traditions, the traditions of other cultures that influenced Mexico throughout the years, and also by popular culture and globalization. The most influential portion of The Day of the Dead is the food that is prepared with their loved ones in mind. No matter what, the families are always sure to save money for food and…

finding their identity while growing up in America. She expresses the thoughts and emotions of a young, Filipino-American girl who tries to find a balance between her American culture and Filipino roots. From trying to please her family’s customs and blending in with American society, Galang shows how first generation youth often feel conflicted about their identities because they try to live two different cultures. One of the many issues first generation children confront when they come to…

The Debut (2000) was a film presenting the positive aspects of the Filipino culture, using the real problems and relatable issues that teenagers face. This film is one of the first films I’ve viewed which portrays an Asian culture as what it truly is. Unlike many other films and scenes in Hollywood cinema, this film did not use negative stereotypes or derogatory topics as its main base. Director Gene Cajayon is from the Filipino agency and grew up in its heritage; this reflects on the films true…

immigrant rights under the guise they are trying to protect their country from immigrants. But they are actually protecting their country from diversity in cultures. Immigration has brought new innovation and skills from all parts of the world. Nativism can be caused by people’s fear, especially of the unknown. Immigrants bring their culture and native language, instead of being welcomed immigrants are met with fear and discrimination. People have a tendency to…