Culture Practices

Embark on a captivating exploration of African theology in this evocative tale of ancestral wisdom and spiritual awakening. Deep within the heart of the African savannah, beneath a canopy of stars, Panyim, a revered elder, is called upon by his ancestors in a vivid dream. Guided by their ethereal voices, Panyim is tasked with a sacred mission: to seek the wisdom hidden within the legendary Baobab tree, where the earth meets the sky. But Panyim is not alone. Nyakor, a young woman with a thirst for knowledge, also receives the ancestors' call. Together, they embark on a transformative journey...

Committed to a life of learning and teaching, author Erik Hansen shares his knowledge and passion in this book. As a recognized expert in Norse history and mythology, his interest in this fascinating culture was sparked by his Norwegian ancestry. If you share that passion for ancient history and religion, this book is for you.

Honor? In Today’s World? A one-of-a-kind book in both subject and perspective! The Practice of Honor is about reformation of honor—it is intended to disrupt your current model of authority! Jesus put it like this, “You know that the rulers of the Gentiles lord it over them, and those who are great exercise authority over them. Yet it shall not be so among you; but whoever desires to become great among you, let him be your servant” (Matthew 20:25-26). In some realms, honor is something defended to the death. However you have defined and cultivated honor up to now, The Practice of ...

Unlock the secrets of Buddhist wisdom with "The Tripitaka and Milarepa: An Essential Guide," a meticulously crafted 2-in-1 volume that combines "The Tripitaka for Beginners" and "Milarepa: A Beginner's Guide." This indispensable guide is designed to illuminate your path to spiritual enlightenment and personal growth. Immerse yourself in the profound teachings of the Three Baskets and the life of Milarepa, one of Tibet's most revered masters. Whether you are new to Buddhism or seeking to deepen your understanding, this book offers invaluable insights that are both timeless and transformative...

Retired New York attorney Mick Holland rents a house in Las Vegas next door to a devout Muslim family. Acrimony soon results as their cultural differences clash. Later, while volunteering at a legal clinic, Mick discovers that Muslims are being forced out of their rentals in alarming numbers using "no cause evictions". When he proposes a practical solution to the Muslim community, he is vilified as a bigot and called Satan's spawn. Is it possible for American society and traditional Muslim culture to coexist peacefully? ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Donald W. Desaulniers is a retired Canadian lawyer ...

In Get Better: 15 Proven Practices to Build Effective Relationships, FranklinCovey's chief people officer, Todd Davis, explains that an organization's greatest asset isn't its people; rather, it's the relationships between its people that is the greatest predictor of personal effectiveness. In the end, employees' ability to build and sustain great relationships is an organization's ultimate competitive advantage.

In today's rapidly-evolving technological landscape, cybersecurity has become a top priority for businesses and organizations around the globe. But with new threats emerging every day, it can be challenging to stay on top of the latest best practices and strategies. That's where Third Monkey comes in. This groundbreaking eBook dives deep into the importance of developing a values-driven culture within your organization to strengthen your cybersecurity defenses. From defining warrior ethos in cybersecurity to understanding the psychology of human behavior, this comprehensive guide covers it ...

The book has three parts. In Part 1, the author presents Geert Hofstede's framework of cultural value-dimensions and explains it in plain language, exploring its application by describing many examples. In Part 2, Lanzer describes the cultures of six different nations (United States, United Kingdom, The Netherlands, Germany, China and Brazil) as seen through the lens of the Hofstede model, and provides again many examples illustrating how theoretical concepts are applied in practice. In the last part of the book, the author addresses some contentious issues about culture and their ...

To create a world free from oppression, we each have to face the ways that we maintain toxic social systems within ourselves. In Indigenous cultures throughout the world, it's understood that true transformation starts in the body with a change of heart. Shamanic healer Langston Kahn offers the Deep Liberation Process, a body-based approach that allows us to radically transform the range of fear-based stories we each hold in ourselves.

Management Is NOT Manipulation: Beyond the Illusion—Authentic Leadership for Sustainable Success Introduction to a New Era of Leadership - A Bold Challenge to the Status Quo This book dismantles the myth that manipulation is a necessary tool in management. From falsifying data to office politics and unsustainable business practices, manipulative tactics erode trust, destroy organizational culture, and lead to short-lived success. Core Themes 1. The True Purpose of Management Management is not about control but about empowering people, driving innovation, and achieving collective goals. ...

Your organization’s culture: It’s either an asset or a liability. At this very moment, it’s either lifting your business performance or “eating your strategy for breakfast”. How do you ensure it’s the former, not the latter? Listen to find out more...To make a bad culture good, or a good culture great, you’ve got to deliberately transmit strong and steady signals. This guide shows you how.

Experience a paradigm shift from perceiving AI as a complicated, distant concept to embracing it as a game-changing tool for your business. Your journey to innovation, growth, and market domination with AI starts here!

Confucius was a Chinese philosopher, teacher, and political figure. His teachings have profoundly influenced Asian thought and life. The impact of his life and intellectual ideas have changed human history and it can be argued that he is the most influential philosopher who ever lived.

The world of work has undergone a significant transformation in recent years. With the increasing adoption of remote and hybrid work models, organizations must adapt their structures and strategies to optimize performance and maintain employee engagement. This e-book will guide you through the key principles of organizational design, providing valuable insights, practical tools, step-by-step guides, and real-life examples to help you create an effective and inclusive organizational structure for hybrid and fully remote teams.

In "The Islamic Tapestry: Threads of Faith, Culture, and History," explore the vibrant and multifaceted world of Islam. From its rich history and diverse traditions to its profound teachings and cultural contributions, this book offers a comprehensive overview of Islam's core principles, practices, and global impact. Delve into the life of the Prophet Muhammad, the revelation of the Quran, and the key concepts that shape Muslim belief. Uncover the beauty of Islamic art, the significance of festivals, and the role of ethics and morality in Islam. Navigate the diverse sects within Islam and ...

There are millions of people who strive to make a difference in workplace diversity and inclusion. And with this practical, leader-friendly framework, Daily Practices of Inclusive Leaders will equip listeners with the actionable tools they've been searching for. Leaders will learn why they are the key to inclusion; insights for the lifelong journey; successful practices they can start today; and more.

As Thomas Hatsis reveals, the discovery of the power of psychedelics and entheogens can be traced to the very first prehistoric expressions of human creativity, with a continuing lineage of psychedelic mystery traditions from antiquity through the Renaissance to the Victorian era and beyond. Describing how, when, and why different peoples in the Western world utilized sacred psychedelic plants, Hatsis examines the full range of magical and spiritual practices that include the ingestion of substances to achieve altered states.

Talent Makers: How the Best Organizations Win Through Structured and Inclusive Hiring is essential listening for every leader who knows that hiring is crucial to their organization and wants to compete for top talent, diversify their organization, and build winning teams. Daniel Chait and Jon Stross, cofounders of Greenhouse Software, Inc., provide listeners with a comprehensive and proven framework to improve hiring quickly, substantially, and measurably.

Can anyone really own a culture? This magnificent account argues that the story of global civilisations is one of mixing, sharing, and borrowing. It shows how art forms have crisscrossed continents over centuries to produce masterpieces. From Nefertiti's lost city and the Islamic Golden Age to twentieth century Nigerian theatre and Modernist poetry, Martin Puchner explores how contact between different peoples has driven artistic innovation in every era - whilst cultural policing and purism have more often undermined the very societies they tried to protect.

As the echo of our heritage and advantages of previous generations fade, our incomes stagnate, debt explodes, and fitness wanes. China ascends and vital natural habitats deteriorate. Worst of all, by failing to convey critical practices to our children, we place them in a weaker position than the previous generation for the first time in our history.