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Neil deGrasse Tyson Prompts Ruminations on Life & Death:
The famed astrophysicist celebrates the precious nature of human existence -
“I Will Remember You” by Sarah McLachlan:
A timeless classic that provides emotional release for those mourning a loved one -
Greenland Sharks May Offer Clues to Extending Human Lifespans:
New data on longest-living vertebrate could provide insight into our own genetic repair
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Tag Archives: Cultural Traditions
Corpse Meditation: A Buddhist Practice
A cultural practice of looking at death in order to be reminded of life
It may sound macabre or unusual, but corpse mediation is real — and, in many parts of Thailand and some other parts of Southeast Asia, a fairly normal occurrence, specifically among Buddhist monks. It’s typical for monks to meditate while … Continue reading
Rural China’s Erotic Funeral Dancers
How globalism and economics influenced Chinese funeral traditions
Hiring professional mourners is a common practice in many parts of the world, especially in rural China. Yet one mourning practice has inspired a country-wide crackdown. In recent years, some families in China have hired exotic dancers to perform at … Continue reading