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Manifest Diversity

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With so many cultures, races and ethnic groups from around the world, wouldn’t it be beneficial to work together instead of against each other?  Why must we ignore the strengths, talents and abilities of those who are different? Is it hard to believe that we can share experiences, knowledge and stories from diverse perspectives of diverse peoples?  Think about all the stories you heard, think about the languages, beliefs and lifestyles. How about the music, do you see any similarities, any differences? What message did you receive? How do you make sense of what you just experienced? These are the questions Manifest Diversity answers. It is a collaboration of experiences, stories and narratives from people around the world. It is about working together to find the collective conscious of people in all shapes and forms. Manifest Diversity does not discriminate. We welcome anyone and anything that creates understanding, respect and compassion. How amazing it would be if we just take the time to learn about each other, find each other and to believe and accept each other. We would like for you to take the time and visit our “manifest diversity community”, a community where judgement, discrimination, hate, racism is not welcomed. The mission of manifest diversity is to establish a society without the ills presently in place in our world. We would like to see a manifestation of cultural understanding and harmony, to truly accept each other where our difference, lifestyle, language, belief system is welcomed. This is the sole mission and purpose of the manifest diversity.  In order to accomplish and move toward this mission, we must commit to the following responsibilities as human beings on this planet: ¨ We must understand the meaning of diversity ¨ We must collaborate in sharing the human experience. ¨ We must support the contributions of other cultures ¨ We must promote the goodwill and charity of all cultures This is an on-going journey, the discovery, visibility, and acceptance of all cultures to live together in harmony. That is our sole mission, and we need you to join us in the journey – We can work together to make manifest diversity a reality. Email us at manifestdiversity@gmail.com. Read More From This Writer All Post Art Books & Poems Business Community Education Entertainment español Food & Culture Health Interviews Military & Veterans Peace People Politics THE NEED TO MANIFEST “MANIFEST DIVERSITY September 25, 2022/No Comments THE NEED TO MANIFEST “MANIFEST DIVERSITY With so many cultures, races, and ethnic groups from around the world, wouldn’t it Read More Manifest Destiny vs Diversity February 25, 2022/No Comments Manifest Destiny vs Diversity “Manifest Destiny: Manifest destiny was a widely held belief in the 19th-century United States that American Read More Manifest Diversity December 25, 2019/No Comments Manifest Diversity With so many cultures, races and ethnic groups from around the world, wouldn’t it be beneficial to work Read More Load More End of Content.

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INDIVIDUALISM -Part 3-

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INDIVIDUALISM -Part 3- Last month I talked about individualism, in as many aspects as I could without writing a 500-page book reiterating myself. It is not that this is not a very important topic, it is just that I am a big believer in concise writing. This month I would like to talk about the importance of hobbies for an individual, something I have noticed which is very American, something I have not seen in the rest of the world, at least not to a large extent. Hobbies are a wonderful thing, not only do they help us relax and recharge, but how people choose their hobbies might be a major indicator of individualism. The way hobbies were perceived in Turkey was different There were no hobby stores or local game shops. No places dedicated to skateboarding or riding a bike. All the people who were interested in these things would have to in private. The biggest reason I think is that the culture in Turkey was so rigid, anything outside of going out to drink and watch TV or maybe playing football was usually seen as something far out and pretentious. In the west, if you are not hurting anyone, you can have any hobby you like and the consensus to the strange ones is… “Whatever makes you happy.” This freedom is important for an individual’s growth; after all, having your options limited on an irrational basis is objectively sub-optimal. This freedom allows for people to form their sub-communities, and not only make friends outside of their already existing group but also lets them grow in the direction they wish to grow – if they wish. One example that comes to mind is how Henry Kissinger and John F. Kennedy’s favorite game was a very niche game called “diplomacy”, which has a sizable following – even to this day. In conclusion, we should realize how in this culture, day and age, we are freer to pursue hobbies that support our self-growth and self-development with little resistance. We have the freedom to select and participate in these hobbies with these privileges in mind. We pursue them with full confidence, as individuals, to grow and not succumb to peer pressure. That is one of the important cornerstones and uniqueness of what makes someone a member of the Western Culture. Read More From This Writer All Post Books Business Culture Education Entertainment Food Government Health Interviews Lower West Side Business & Economic Development Medical Military & Veterans Our Community Peace People Sports Who We Are INDIVIDUALISM -Part 3- December 13, 2019/No Comments POST TITLE (CAPITAL) Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar dapibus Read More IDENTITY OF SELF – Part 2 November 13, 2019/No Comments IDENTITY OF SELF – Part 2 Last month we talked about how important it is to diversify both your community Read More IDENTITY OF SELF October 13, 2019/No Comments IDENTITY OF SELF I am certain that I’ve written about this before, however, it is something that is part of Read More Load More End of Content.

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NOVEMBER, OUR THANKSGIVING MONTH

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NOVEMBER, OUR THANKSGIVING MONTH On this month, many years ago we are to believe that pilgrims and Indians sat down to eat and gave thanks. Over time, I have learned that accurate history and herstory is not what was taught to us as children, so I have decided to capture the essence of what was done in my home, as I was being brought up, on this month. First, we come from a long line of Tainos Indians in Puerto Rico and we always gave thanks, every single day. We gave thanks for the crop, for the weather, for water, for a loved one, for a new birth, for the sun, for the rain, for simply being alive. Carried this over the centuries, and gratitude is still an instilled habit. The following are just a few of the things, your writer is grateful for: To My Teenage Mother: Who always wanted more for us. To My Sisters: Whose courage and loyalty withstood the test of time.  To My Friends: Who did not let distance or time alter our bonds. My Foes: Who remind me what I would never want to be. My Teachers: Who taught me the beauty of learning. My Neighbors: Who share the same environmental challenges. My Family: Whose daily struggles did not deter them from helping others. My Accidents: To remind me that everything could quickly be taken away. My Illnesses: To accept vulnerability and still survive. My Car: That promotes my much-valued independence. My Bed: That provides a comfortable rest place for my body and soul. My Heritage: That gives me a strong sense of identity and purpose. My Eye Glasses: That allows me to clearly see what I need to see. My Lovers: That reflect I am worth their love. My Gender: That combines beauty and boldness. My Education: That always lets me know, there is so much more to learn. My Brother: Who bravely fought for us back home. My Colleagues: Wherever they are, provide a safe place for us. My Computer: That allows me to communicate, quickly and anywhere. My Doubts: They allow me to sieve and seek the truth My Spiritual Leaders: They have lifted me up and above expectations. My Mail Carrier: Timely delivers my valuable mail with a warm smile. My Childhood: Always reflect dignity despite the poverty. My Aunts:  Who were always there with welcoming arms and advice. My Grandmothers: My role models forever. On this month, take the time to share appreciation and be Read More From This Writer All Post Food Government Health Interviews Lower West Side Business & Economic Development Medical Peace People NOVEMBER, OUR THANKSGIVING MONTH November 17, 2019/No Comments POST TITLE (CAPITAL) Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar dapibus Read More BREAST CANCER: WHAT TO DO? October 17, 2019/No Comments BREAST CANCER: WHAT TO DO? Discovering a lump in your breast can be cause for concern.  Most breast lumps and Read More IN OBSERVATION OF LATINO HERITAGE MONTH September 17, 2019/No Comments IN OBSERVATION OF LATINO HERITAGE MONTH In 1979, an article from a Buffalo local paper, claiming that there were no Read More Load More End of Content.

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