Who are you? By ai

 In the discourse surrounding identity, the inquiry "Who are you?" serves as a catalyst for profound exploration. The interplay between names and self-conception, as examined by Kenneth L. Dion in his paper "Names, Identity, and Self," reveals the fundamental role that names play in shaping an individual's identity (Dion). Dion asserts that names are not merely labels but rather integral components of psychological identity formation. This assertion aligns with foundational theories proposed by psychologists such as Muzafer Sherif and Gordon Allport, who contend that the significance attributed to one’s name can impact self-acceptance and memory retention. Despite these theoretical frameworks, Dion notes a scarcity of empirical research validating this connection, suggesting a gap in our understanding of how names influence personal identity development.

Furthermore, Gene Beresin's article "Discovering Who I Am: The Critical Role Of Identity" extends this exploration into the realm of child and adolescent development. Beresin emphasizes that identity formation is pivotal for mental health and emotional well-being during formative years (Beresin). The article underscores how various factors—family dynamics, cultural contexts, and personal experiences—interact to shape an individual's sense of self. Through fostering open dialogues about feelings and experiences among young individuals, parents and educators can significantly aid in their students' or children's navigation through complex identity questions. This proactive approach not only enhances self-concept but also cultivates resilience in youth facing societal pressures regarding their identities.

Moreover, Matthew Groves’ investigation into professional identity among mature outdoor professionals offers another dimension to understanding identity construction through practical engagement.

Art

 

Why the rest hates the west

 

Hitler on art

 What would the Egyptians be without their pyramids and temples and the artistic decorations that surrounded their daily lives ? What would the Greeks be without Athens and the Acropolis ? What would the Romans be without their mighty buildings and engineering works ? What would the German emperors of the middles ages be without their cathedrals and their imperial palaces ? And what would the Middle Ages themselves be without their town halls and guild halls, or religion be without its churches ? That there was once such a people as the Mayas we should not know at all, or else be unconcerned about them, had they not left for the admiration of our time those mighty ruins of cities that bear witness to the extraordinary epic qualities of that people, such ruins as have arrested the attention of the modern world and are still a fascinating object of study for our scholars.

A people cannot live longer than the works which are the testimony of its culture.

* National- Socialist Party Congress, 1936

IN ABSENCE. By goethe

IN ABSENCE.

And shall I then regain thee never?
My beautiful! And art thou flown?
Still in my ears resounds for ever
Thy every word, thy every tone.

As through the air, when morn is springing,
The wanderer peers in vain, to trace
The lark, that o'er him high is singing,
Hid in the azure depth of space;

So, love, through field and forest lonely
My sad eyes roam in quest of thee;
My songs are tuned to thee, thee only;
Oh, come, my own love, back to me!

LIMITS OF HUMANITY. By Goethe

 LIMITS OF HUMANITY.

When the Creator,
The Great, the Eternal,
Sows with indifferent
Hand, from the rolling
Clouds, o'er the earth. His
Lightnings in blessing,
I kiss the nethermost
Hem of His garment,
Lowly incllning
In infantine awe.
For never against
The immortals, a mortal
May measure himself.
Upwards aspiring,
He toucheth the stars with his forehead,
Then do his insecure feet
Stumble and totter and reel;
Then do the cloud and the tempest
Make him their pastime and sport.

Let him with sturdy,
Sinewy limbs,
​Tread the enduring
Firm-seated earth;
Aiming no further, than
The oak or the vine to compare!

What doth distinguish
Gods from mankind?
This! Multitudinous
Billows roll ever
Before the immortals,
An infinite stream.
We by a billow
Are lifted—a billow
Engulfs us—we sink,
And are heard of no more.

A little round
Encircles our life,
And races unnumbered
Extend through the ages,
Linked by existence's
Infinite chain.

CUPID AS A LANDSCAPE PAINTER

 

CUPID AS A LANDSCAPE PAINTER, by JOHANN WOLFGANG VON GOETHE                Poet's Biography First Line: Once I sate upon a mountain Last Line: No, I trow -- not I! Subject(s): Cupid; Paintings & Painters; Eros

ONCE I sate upon a mountain, Gazing on the mist before me; Like a great grey sheet of canvas, Shrouding all things in its cover, Did it float 'twixt earth and heaven. Then a child appear'd beside me, Saying, 'Friend, it is not seemly, Thus to gaze in idle wonder, With that noble breadth before thee. Hast thou lost thine inspiration? Hath the spirit of the painter Died within thee utterly?' But I turn'd and look'd upon him, Speaking not, but thinking inly, 'Will he read a lesson now!' 'Folded hands,' pursued the infant, 'Never yet have won a triumph. Look! I'll paint for thee a picture Such as none have seen before.' And he pointed with his finger, Which like any rose was ruddy; And upon the breadth of vapour With that finger 'gan to draw. First a glorious sun he painted, Dazzling when I look'd upon it; And he made the inner border Of the clouds around it golden, With the light rays through the masses Pouring down in streams of splendour. Then the tender taper summits Of the trees, all leaf and glitter, Started from the sullen void; And the slopes behind them rising, Graceful-lined in undulation, Glided backwards one by one. Underneath, be sure, was water; And the stream was drawn so truly, That it seem'd to break and shimmer, That it seem'd as if cascading From the lofty rolling wheel. There were flowers beside the brooklet; There were colours on the meadow -- Gold and azure, green and purple, Emerald and bright carbuncle. Clear and pure he work'd the ether As with lapis-lazuli, And the mountains in the distance Stretching blue and far away -- All so well, that I, in rapture At the second revelation, Turn'd to gaze upon the painter, From the picture which he drew. 'Have I not,' he said, 'convinced thee That I know the painter's secret? Yet the greatest is to come.' Then he drew with gentle finger, Still more delicately pointed, In the wood, about its margin, Where the sun within the water Glanced as from the clearest mirror, Such a maiden's form! Perfect shape in perfect raiment, Fair young cheeks 'neath glossy ringlets, And the cheeks were of the colour Of the finger whence they came. 'Child,' I cried, 'what wondrous master In his school of art hath form'd thee, That so deftly, and so truly, From the sketch unto the burnish, Thou hast finish'd such a gem?' As I spoke, a breeze arising Stirr'd the tree-tops in the picture, Ruffled every pool of water, Waved the garments of the maiden; And, what more than all amazed me, Her small feet took motion also, And she came towards the station Where I sat beside the boy. So, when everything was moving, Leaves and water, flowers and raiment, And the footsteps of the darling -- Think you I remain'd as lifeless As the rock on which I rested? No, I trow -- not I!

THE BROTHERS by Goethe

 THE BROTHERS.

Slumber, Sleep — they were two brothers, servants

            To the Gods above ; 

Kind Prometheus lured them downwards, ever fill'd

            with earthly love ;

But what Gods could bear so lightly, press' d too

           hard on men beneath;

Slumber did his brother's duty — Sleep was deepen' d

          Unto Death.

SOLITUDE by Goethe

 SOLITUDE.

Grant, 0 ye healing Nymphs, that have your haunts

By rock and stream and lonely forest-glade.

The boon which, in their bosoms' silent depths,

Your votaries crave ! Unto the sad of heart

Give comfort — knowledge unto him that doubts —

Possession to the lover, and its joy.

For unto you the Gods have given, what they

Denied to man — to aid and to console

All those soe'er, who put their trust in you.

GOD, SOUL, AND WORLD by Goethe

 GOD, SOUL, AND WORLD.

RHYMED DISTICHS.

[The Distichs, of which these are given as a specimen, are about forty in number.]

How? when? and where?—No answer comes from high;
Thou waitest for the Because, and yet thou askest not Why?

If the whole is ever to gladden thee,
That whole in the smallest thing thou must see.

Water its living strength first shows,
When obstacles its course oppose.

Transparent appears the radiant air,
Though steel and stone in its breast it may bear;
At length they'll meet with fiery power,
And metal and stones on the earth will shower.

Whate'er a living flame may surround,
No longer is shapeless, or earthly bound.
'Tis now invisible, flies from earth,
And hastens on high to the place of its birth.

This truth may be by all believed:
Whom God deceives, is well deceived.

Who trusts in God,
Fears not His rod.

The intersection of dating and women's rights

 The intersection of dating and women's rights presents a complex narrative where traditional courtship often undermines female autonomy. One significant cause of this phenomenon is the social expectation that women should prioritize relationships over personal aspirations. In many cultures, romantic pursuits are considered paramount, leading women to compromise their professional goals and independence. This societal pressure subtly reinforces patriarchal norms, suggesting that a woman's worth is primarily linked to her relationship status.

Additionally, the dynamics of dating can perpetuate inequality. In scenarios where women feel compelled to conform to gendered expectations—such as being agreeable or nurturing—they may find themselves relinquishing their rights to make choices for themselves. The emotional labor involved in maintaining these relationships can further exacerbate feelings of disempowerment, as women often prioritize their partner's needs above their own.

As a result, the impact of dating on women's rights is profound and multifaceted. It fosters an environment where women may unknowingly accept diminished agency, curtailing their freedom to express themselves and pursue their ambitions. Understanding these causes and effects is crucial in fostering healthier relationships that empower women rather than diminish their rights. Therefore, addressing these underlying societal structures is essential for ensuring that dating enhances, rather than restricts, women's rights.