What is the relationship between cultural competence and the brain? In this article, the researchers look at the important of cultural competence when working with people from diverse cultures with brain injuries. Interesting. Kessler Foundation scientists study...
Body language affects how others see us, but it may also change how we see ourselves. Social psychologist Amy Cuddy shows how “power posing” – standing in a posture of confidence, even when we don’t feel confident – can affect...
A Case of You by Canada’s Joni Mitchell is one of my most favourite songs, especially this version which see sings with her older, more mature voice. The reference to drinking “a case of you” refers to drinking a case of beer – which we also...
Cultural Traditions This post about cultural traditions are lots of fun and informative (although I can’t guarantee what it says.) 49 Locals Tell You What You Absolutely Must Not Do In Their Home Countries 1. Denmark: Do not stand on or walk on...
Who would have ever thought that your predominant way of thinking and your appearance – in particular your face – could be so related. I find this interesting since facial expressions are influenced to a large degree by cultural conditioning. For example,...
Courage – A Wonderful Tribute Between Mother and Son I absolutely love this song about courage by Toronto musician, Andy Bernstein – who calls himself Abdominal – and his mother. It’s a must hear. Very...
