Bridging Realities
Author : Wei Fan
Publisher :
Page : 138 pages
File Size : 35,69 MB
Release : 1999
Category :
ISBN :
Bridging
Author : AnaLouise Keating
Publisher : University of Texas Press
Page : 293 pages
File Size : 45,92 MB
Release : 2011-04-01
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 0292745036
Book Description
The inspirational writings of cultural theorist and social justice activist Gloria Anzaldúa have empowered generations of women and men throughout the world. Charting the multiplicity of Anzaldúa's impact within and beyond academic disciplines, community trenches, and international borders, Bridging presents more than thirty reflections on her work and her life, examining vibrant facets in surprising new ways and inviting readers to engage with these intimate, heartfelt contributions. Bridging is divided into five sections: The New Mestizas: "transitions and transformations"; Exposing the Wounds: "You gave me permission to fly in the dark"; Border Crossings: Inner Struggles, Outer Change; Bridging Theories: Intellectual Activism with/in Borders; and "Todas somos nos/otras": Toward a "politics of openness." Contributors, who include Norma Elia Cantú, Elisa Facio, Shelley Fisher Fishkin, Aída Hurtado, Andrea Lunsford, Denise Segura, Gloria Steinem, and Mohammad Tamdgidi, represent a broad range of generations, professions, academic disciplines, and national backgrounds. Critically engaging with Anzaldúa's theories and building on her work, they use virtual diaries, transformational theory, poetry, empirical research, autobiographical narrative, and other genres to creatively explore and boldly enact future directions for Anzaldúan studies. A book whose form and content reflect Anzaldúa's diverse audience, Bridging perpetuates Anzaldúa's spirit through groundbreaking praxis and visionary insights into culture, gender, sexuality, religion, aesthetics, and politics. This is a collection whose span is as broad and dazzling as Anzaldúa herself.
Reaching for Reality
Author : Rick Miller
Publisher : Virtualbookworm Publishing
Page : 116 pages
File Size : 47,79 MB
Release : 2004-06
Category :
ISBN : 9781589394599
Book Description
In Reaching For Reality: Fascinating Impossibilities, Rick Miller takes readers on a journey of reflection through the miraculous events that have shaped and transformed his life. From electrocution and near drowning, to a deranged hitchhiker and a power saw gone mad, to the resurrection from his death bed through the intervention of loving beings human and divine, Rick's memoir of miracles awakens and empowers us with wisdom, appreciation and tools to encounter those experiences which would help us to grow and evolve if we only had the courage, the knowledge, or the guidance to interpret them for what they are. Like so many survivors, Rick asks himself throughout the book, 'Why did I survive? What is my purpose in life.' Perhaps one of the reasons that Rick Miller survived was so that he might share his Fascinating Impossibilities as a road-map to help the rest of us navigate and comprehend the mysteries and the miracles in our lives.
Why Do Ancient Buddhism's Truth Sayers' Words Always Turn into Reality?
Author : David Teng
Publisher : David Teng
Page : 37 pages
File Size : 30,2 MB
Release : 2022-03-14
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN :
Book Description
In ancient Buddhism, there is a profession called Truth Sayers. They virtually never talk. The only time they would say anything is when they pray during rituals for the temple's donors' wishes. The words they speak have so much power, it becomes reality.
Bridging Scales and Knowledge Systems
Author : Millennium Ecosystem Assessment (Program)
Publisher :
Page : 382 pages
File Size : 24,25 MB
Release : 2006-10-30
Category : Nature
ISBN :
Book Description
Bridging the gap between local knowledge and western science is essential to understanding the world's ecosystems and the ways in which humans interact with and shape those ecosystems. This book brings together a group of world-class scientists in an unprecedented effort to build a formal framework for linking local and indigenous knowledge with the global scientific enterprise. Contributors explore the challenges, costs, and benefits of bridging scales and knowledge systems in assessment processes and in resource management. Case studies look at a variety of efforts to bridge scales, providing important lessons concerning what has worked, what has not, and the costs and benefits associated with those efforts. Drawing on the groundbreaking work of the Millennium Eco-system Assessment, Bridging Scales and Knowledge Systems will be indispensable for future efforts to conduct ecosystem assessments around the world.
Of Bridges
Author : Thomas Harrison
Publisher : University of Chicago Press
Page : 299 pages
File Size : 43,26 MB
Release : 2021-04
Category : History
ISBN : 022673529X
Book Description
"Always," wrote Philip Larkin, "it is by bridges that we live." Bridges represent our aspirations to connect, to soar across divides. And it is the unfinished business of these aspirations that makes bridges such stirring sights, especially when they are marvels of ingenuity. A rich compendium of myths, superstitions, literary and ideological figurations, as well as architectural and musical illustrations, Of Bridges organizes a poetic and philosophical history of bridges into nine thematic clusters. Leaping in lucid prose between seemingly unrelated times and places, Thomas Harrison gives a panoramic account of the diverse meanings and valences of human bridges, questioning why they are built and where they lead. He investigates bridges as flashpoints in war and the mega-bridges of our globalized world. He probes links forged by religion between life's transience and eternity and the consolidating ties of music, illustrated in a case study of the blues. He illuminates the real and symbolic crossings facing migrants each day and the affective connections that make persons and societies cohere. In fine and intricate readings of literature, philosophy, art, and geography, Harrison engages in a profound reflection on how bridges form and transform cultural communities. Interdisciplinary and deeply lyrical, Of Bridges is a mesmerizing, vertiginous tale of bridges both visible and invisible, both lived and imagined.
Interdimensional Contact
Author : Sergio Rijo
Publisher : SERGIO RIJO
Page : 113 pages
File Size : 37,7 MB
Release : 2024-01-08
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN :
Book Description
Dive into the awe-inspiring exploration of "Interdimensional Contact: Communicating with Beings from Parallel Realities." This captivating book takes you on a journey through the enigmatic realms beyond our perception, unraveling the intricacies of communicating with beings from parallel dimensions. From historical perspectives to cutting-edge scientific theories, the narrative weaves a tapestry of insights, presenting a holistic view of interdimensional existence. Discover various methods and techniques for attempting interdimensional communication, both historical and contemporary. Delve into the profound role of meditation and altered states of consciousness, enriched with personal anecdotes and experiences that bridge the scientific and metaphysical. Explore the technological approaches that seek to establish contact and the fascinating theoretical devices that might unlock the gates to parallel realities. The narrative extends into the realm of psychics and mediums, offering a comprehensive analysis supported by case studies and interviews with experienced individuals. Investigate potential links between near-death experiences and interdimensional contact, drawing parallels and analyzing commonalities in reported encounters. As the exploration unfolds, examine the transformative impact on perception, both psychologically and philosophically. Engage with skepticism and criticism surrounding interdimensional communication, and find counterarguments that invite thoughtful reflection. Investigate documented cases of government and institutional involvement in interdimensional research, revealing historical instances and classified information. The book then shifts focus to cultural perspectives, offering a comparative analysis of how different belief systems interpret and incorporate interdimensional contact. Journey through a diverse collection of personal accounts in the chapter on "Personal Experiences," where the cosmic tapestry is enriched with unique stories and perspectives. Navigate ethical considerations in the pursuit of interdimensional communication, discussing potential consequences and emphasizing responsibility. Explore reported characteristics and behaviors of beings encountered through interdimensional contact in the chapter on "Transdimensional Beings." Unveil the intersection of quantum physics and the possibility of communicating across dimensions, featuring interviews with physicists and researchers. Speculate on the role of interdimensional contact in the evolution of human consciousness, merging theoretical perspectives with implications for the future. Conclude with a deep dive into mystical traditions and ancient wisdom, drawing comparative analyses with modern practices, and embracing the mystic cosmos. In its entirety, "Interdimensional Contact" is an invitation to transcend the boundaries of everyday perception and embark on a cosmic odyssey that challenges, enriches, and expands the very fabric of our understanding.
Bridging Two Hearts
Author : Michelle Ule
Publisher : Barbour Publishing
Page : 108 pages
File Size : 30,46 MB
Release : 2013-05-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1624169716
Book Description
Amy dreads her white-knuckled commute. A new massage therapist at the Hotel Del Coronado, Amy Cantrell is thrilled to work at the luxurious resort, knowing it could open the right doors for her future as a physical therapist. There’s only one problem. The easiest way to get to the Del is over Coronado Bridge, and Amy is terrified of bridges. Josh Murphy is a Navy SEAL—and he’s not afraid of anything. When he finds Amy cowering on a bus seat praying her way across Coronado Bridge, his attempts to make light of the situation only make matters worse. Amy despises him, but Josh can’t understand why Amy is so afraid of an inanimate object. Despite reservations about getting involved because of his job, Josh sets out to help Amy overcome her fear. . .then confronts a surprising fear of his own.
Voyage to Curiosity's Father
Author : Bruce Moen
Publisher : Hampton Roads Publishing
Page : 397 pages
File Size : 34,92 MB
Release : 2001-05-01
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN : 1612834582
Book Description
"Are you God?" the Planning Intelligence asked. "No," I replied. "Guess it depends on your perspective," It said. To author Bruce Moen, these words acknowledged that his odyssey into the nonphysical realms of existence would at last carry him back to the origin of consciousness itself, to the source he calls, "Curiosity's Father." In this latest installment in his popular 'Exploring the Afterlife Series', Moen takes you on his deepest exploration of the vast, uncharted spaces beyond reality. Meeting those who have gone before, he asks: What is consciousness? Where do we, and our perceptions, fit into what is ultimately real? How can we discover what lies before, and beyond, our lives on Earth? You will enjoy Moen's ability to translate the difficult metaphysical concepts learned during his out-of-body explorations into easily understood metaphors and images. Going back . . . and back . . . and back to Curiosity's Father provides a stunning glimpse into the ultimate nature of consciousness. It is a journey unlike any you have taken before.
Whispering Circuits
Author : Violet Xenon
Publisher : Publifye AS
Page : 209 pages
File Size : 38,20 MB
Release : 2024-09-19
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 8233930482
Book Description
In the captivating world of ""Whispering Circuits,"" emotion takes center stage as technology and humanity intertwine in ways both fascinating and frightening. Zara, a teenage emotion engineer, discovers she can manipulate her futuristic city's empathy network, plunging her into a whirlwind of ethical dilemmas and conspiracy. As she navigates this vibrant metropolis, readers are drawn into a world where digital emotions blur the lines between connection and dependence. The novel's unique blend of prose and free verse mirrors the characters' emotional rollercoaster, creating a reading experience as dynamic as the story itself. Set against a backdrop of advanced technology and unexplained phenomena, this urban fantasy challenges readers to question the nature of empathy and the role of technology in our lives. With its innovative augmented reality feature, allowing readers to ""feel"" emotions from key scenes, ""Whispering Circuits"" offers a truly immersive journey into a future where the whispers of technology may drown out the human heart.
