From study unit 2 , Body Ritual of Nacirema from American Anthropology by Horace Mire (1956) I've learned that other people's perception of you can truly manipulate you into thinking that you are what they perceive you as. The Nacirema system weren't to focus on the health and the natural body of the people but rather to manipulate the people into thinking that their natural body is ugly and prone to weakness. Such in a way that Professor Linton's 'Nacirema ritual' (that he bought in with his North American group ) was poorly understood by the natives as well as the medicine men who've written the ingredients in a secretive ancient language, because they were different and came from a different cultural background. I personally think that the whole system was based on hatred and making the natives feel inferior. So do some of us live in their day-to-day life by spreading hatred towards other people due to their race and a perfect example of this is the Apartheid system
.Unfortunately there has been a history of hate crimes and prejudice deriving from racism,but it does not mean this should be a reality we must live in.As a society we need to tackle racism by taking the initiative in educating people on this social issue.
Sure, relationships can encompass a wide range of dynamics whether it's romantic, professional, platonic etc. Over the years I've learned and grown from people who I surrounded myself with. Each year, as I grow older nothing has brought much joy as the word called "girlhood". There exists a tapestry woven with girlhood, a delicate yet vibrant mosaic of innocence and discovery. Where laughter dances on the breeze and where every moment is painted with the hues of possibility. In the gentle embrace of girlhood, is there a sense of belonging that transcends words.
My love for girlhood lies in the simple joys, holding hands during crowded places doing each other's hair while having the girl talk of our life's. Nothing can ever compare to the comforting feeling of support from platonic friends, feels like a second mother and home. Most importantly, my supportive are the warm embrace that reminds me of the power of love and human connection. They inspire me to reach for the stars with their boundless optimism and encouragement. They make me feel at home, I know I can weather any storm, conquer any challenge and soar to new heights beyond my wildest dreams. Nearly everything I know about love; I've learnt in my long-term friendships with women.