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    “Hyperobject----Philosophy and Ecology after the End of the World”, explains the influence of illusion of distance, from humans to themselves and the Nature. Hyperobjects are pervasive and don’t allow you to rationally divide and resolve them with our human artifacts called Science and Art. This pervasiveness of hyperobjects is what Morton calls their viscosity. Even simple objects are “hyper” to the extent that they are in or out of phase, not being exactly “equivalent to them” at any given time. Object-oriented

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    selfobservation methodology. Transcendence enabled the nurse to ask deeper questions related to the stability of a human being’s nous, physical, and psyche level. The nurse obtained a greater understanding of the human being by extending beyond the space and time of a situation. Similarly, Davis [18] discussed engaging in activities beyond left-brained thinking, thereby enabling individuals to connect with a force within them. APNs who were capable of transcendental thinking gained a greater insight into

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    Hypatia Research Paper

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    of the University. Theon treated his daughter as much as an understudy, becoming her tutor. He taught her much about art, philosophy, literature, and science. It was not only educational Theon pushed his daughter to, but also becoming physically active such activates like horse riding, row, and swimming. Later to advance her education in 400 A.D in Athens, Greece. In this time period, Hypatia was a privileged woman to have the chance to accomplish and learn so much.

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    Social Movements Through Language and Action within Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet The tragedy of Romeo and Juliet was written originally by Arthur Brooks in 1562, but was later rewritten by William Shakespeare in London during the mid 1590’s as a play that would soon become a worldwide known work of art (Prusko). During the Renaissance period in Italy, the feud between the two families the Montague’s and Capulet’s, puts a block between the two young lovers, Romeo and Juliet, eventually sparking

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    Ethics and Space Exploration Christen Boyd PHI107: Philosophy of Human Conduct Prof. Carol Parker October 14, 2010 Ethics and Space Exploration In recent years, there has been a rise in debate over government spending on space exploration. It is hard to say that the deck is stacked in either way. There is much validity in the arguments from both sides of the gun. In this debate, I believe, the sides are both coming from the perspective of utilitarian ethics. Basically, it is a disagreement

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    questions (Polkinghorne, 2005). 3.2 Research Philosophy In light of the literature, research philosophy is defined as the process of collecting and analysing collected data in standardised and unique manner (Crossan, 2003). The most commonly used research philosophies include; realism, positivism, and interpretivism. On the basis of the research objectives and design, the most appropriate research philosophy was positivism. According to positivist philosophy, the researcher remains disconnected from

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    I see relationships as being integral and ensure that there is open communication with whanau, tamariki and the teaching team. I am sensitive to each child’s needs and build reciprocal relationships that enhance learning outcomes. I take time to actively listen to children and have rich conversations that challenge children’s thinking. I notice, recognise and respond to children and see the emergent curriculum as being key to children’s learning. I follow the child’s lead extending their interests

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    Essay on Steppenwolf's Decision to Live

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    The ultimate goal of the Steppenwolf is pure individuality. "Solitude is independence. It has been my wish and with the years I had attained it. It was cold. . . . wonderfully still and vast like the cold stillness of space in which the stars revolve" (The Steppenwolf. 37 ). The Steppenwolf yearns for the total solitude provided by suicide but, the Steppenwolf has found it without physically killing himself. By doing this mentally, he has committed a psychological suicide

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    beliefs that had a lot that they shared, yet there were also some dissimilarity that was significant. Hitler and Mussolini didn’t share similar thoughts at all times. Fascism was in the middle of the services that were formed during the 19th century. It became known in Italy in 1919 and propelled Mussolini who was the person in charge at the time. It also leads to the making of new supporting absolute rule. Fascism intended to join the tough self-rule with a

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    Consciousness is understood in a variety of ways. In one belief, a person is conscious when awake, but unconscious when sleeping or comatose. Yet people also do things requiring perception and thought unconsciously even when they are awake. A person can be conscious of their physical surroundings, pain and even a wish or fantasy. In short a creature is conscious if it is aware of itself and that it is a physical and emotional being. Consciousness is a psychological condition defined by the English

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