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Rituals and celebrations

Sepia-toned photo of a woman outdoors with eyes closed and hands clasped, wearing a dark shawl against a blurred landscape.

Grief

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How to express your grief

The initial shock might be over. But you need time and space to ‘ride the wave’ of grief if you are to find a sense of peace

by Sue Morris

Illustration of a blue-colored woman balancing on one leg surrounded by plants, flowers, a crab, berries, mushrooms, and a turtle.

Dance

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Every culture dances. So why did humans evolve to get down?

Directed by Rosanna Wan and Andrew Khosravani

Painting of a woman in 18th-century attire holding flowers by a window with a small dog on a bench.

Poetry

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How to write a love poem

Flirtatious texts are soon forgotten. Learn to express your feelings in a beautiful way that will make a lasting impression

by Dan Simpson

Painting of an outdoor community gathering, with people dancing and playing music near a house with a thatched roof. Many onlookers are seated.

Rituals and celebrations

film

Come on this painterly journey to Madagascar’s ‘turning of the dead’

Directed by Bastien Dubois

Photo of a man in a blue suit sitting on steps, reading a book, holding a coffee cup with a brown bag beside him.

Rituals and celebrations

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How to set yourself free with ritual

For a life of harmonious ease, find the rhythm in the everyday: make your world your temple and submit to its sacred ritual

by Alan Jay Levinovitz

People in traditional costumes and masks dance while musicians play instruments in an outdoor setting.

Spirituality and religion

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An ancient ritual is a window to Mayan culture’s deep past and vibrant present

Directed by Ricky Lopez Bruni