Sincerity and Authenticity

Australians value authenticity and sincerity. Greetings are casual and a handshake and a smile would be sufficient. If invited to someone’s home for dinner, it is important to be punctual and to bring some simple gifts such as chocolate or wine. It is not uncommon that some informal…

Introduction The American Holistic Nurses Association or AHNA (2014) states that Florence Nightingale, who subscribed to the philosophy that care focused on unity, wellness and the interaction between human beings and their environment, is widely considered as one of the pioneer holistic nurses. But what exactly is holistic nursing? Is its definition and application different from how Nightingale understood and practiced it? As the AHNA (2014) continues to afford, holistic nursing can be…

A great commonality shared throughout world literature and time is that of the archetype. In literature, an archetype is usually a character, action or situation that seems to represent universal patterns of human nature. Various archetypes are found in similar roles or scenarios throughout the mythologies and folklore that span the continents. When examining Western literature, the archetype of the trickster plays a very important role in the inversion, or disruption of the status quo. The…

the animated leader of the “Fish-Friendly Sharks” from the Disney Pixar film “Finding Nemo” display a level of __ playful__, often contradicting themselves without sacrificing their authenticity for a moment . Portraying such a diverse array of richly expressive, almost autonomous characters with the amount of sincerity and finesse and life that Humphries displays in his performances takes an enormous amount of dedication and raw talent, both of which he has in…

The Prelude: Wordsworth’s Mental Conflicts and His Imperfect Solution The Prelude, an autographical epic poem by William Wordsworth, describes not only a journey of the author’s life and experience, but also a process of how he “fixes the wavering balance of” his conflicted mind, by seeking comfort in the “spots of time,” or, in other words, his memories of childhood and nature (Book I, L622; Book XII, L258). Just as Martin Gray notices, “The poem is itself a therapeutic exercise” (Gray 62). To…

The lack of solitude in modern-day society has dramatically diminished the quality of interpersonal relationships; however, new technology has provided a unique community for people to thrive in, emphasizing the need for a healthy balance between the two. During the recent reports that have been done on the effects of solitude and technology, one term has developed that is used to measure the interpersonal relationships that society has: social capital. Social capital, defined as “the capacity…

The Connecticut Repertory Theatre’s production of King Lear was an exemplary work of art and was personally enjoyed. It is a show about betrayal, love, and tragedy amongst several different characters. King Lear has proven to be a complex, yet dramatic performance. Even though I already had a basic knowledge of this distinguished Shakespearean play, watching a live performance only improved the brilliance of the play. There are many factors that goes into producing a successful show that helps…

Honesty derives from the Old French (h)oneste, which is derived from the Latin honestas. The Latin noun was formed from the adjective honestus from honos, meaning “honor,” .In todays world honesty is interpreted as fairness and straightforwardness of conduct or in more general terms the adherence to facts. HONESTY AND ISLAM: Islam has greatly emphasized the importance of honesty in all walks of life for a Muslim. It has recurrently commanded the believers to be honest to themselves and to…

Gatsby makes an effort to mimic an ideal lifestyle by consistently throwing lavish parties and dressing gregariously which translate to his life, full of wonderful marvels, but lacks legitimate meaning and depth. People of all walks of life travel to his house, expecting to have the time of their lives, in an environment boundless by the limitations of acceptable behavior. One woman who attended Gatsby’s parties, Lucille, had said, “I never care what I do, so I always have a good time. When I…

In the twentieth century, theatrical representations of A Midsummer Nights Dream (The Dream) underwent a revolution. Leading the breakthrough was Peter Brook’s 1970 production, a challenge to traditional interpretations of Shakespeare’s work. Directors like Robert Lepage (1992) and Tim Supple (2006) followed Peter Brook’s success and explored their own interpretations of The Dream with famous and influential productions. Each of these directors accentuated the contrasts between the play’s…