Giving

Gift giving, particularly during the holidays, is regular facet of our daily lives. Whether or not all gifts carry the obligation of reciprocity is characterized by the gift’s cultural context. The Gift: The Form and the Reason for Exchange in Archaic Societies, (1925) Marcel Mauss’ ethnographic book, presents the necessity of reciprocation through analysing the gift giving practices of the Maori and the Kwakiutl. Jonathan Parry revisits Mauss’ theory in his essay, “The Gift, the Indian Gift and

In the book 'The gift', Mauss demonstrates how in all societies, individuals should have the rights and freedom to choose whether they want to give gifts, however, he notices that giving gifts are compulsory in most societies. Mauss speaks about a study that explains how giving gifts is done as a whole rather than between individuals. The gifts were not only materialistic such as possessions and prosperity but through festivities and events such as rituals and dances. These type of gifts resemble

terms of social research, despite the fact that it can be explored diversely. The inquiry ‘What is Christmas?’ links to multiple aspects of social research. The aspects of Christmas can be subdivided into the following; religion, commercialism, gift-giving, social relationships, sensualism and mythology. This essay will analyse these fundamentals of Christmas through both psychological and sociological perspectives, as the theories among these two social sciences are best suited to the elements which

Anne Frank once said, “no one has ever become poor by giving.” “Giving” incorporates so many things: giving money, giving food, giving clothes, giving gifts, etc. Personally, I see time as the most significant thing one can give to others. Volunteering is, at its core, giving your time to help others. Volunteering has always been a big part of my life; at a younger age I would help the ladies in the cafeteria serve lunch after Sunday school and clean up the main hall afterwards, in high school I

The Power of Giving Marcel Mauss’ ethnology The Gift was originally published in 1925. In this ethnology, Mauss aimed to answer the question “In primitive or archaic types of society what is the principle whereby the gift received has to be repaid? What force is there in the thing given which compels the recipient to make a return?”(1) He successfully answered this through extensive research by comparing cultures in Polynesia, Melanesia, and North West America. He found that the structure of gift

Throughout the centuries, the gift of a blanket has been associated with feelings of warmth, respect and kindness from those giving a blanket towards those receiving it. Our article below covers just a few of the aspects that come to mind when we give a blanket as a gift or even when we dream about blankets in a dream or see one in a vision of sorts. Blankets In First Nation Connotations Depending on the particular first nation identity, such as Dakota, or even down to specific tribes within a

achieve from giving their time and money to the good of their community is the satisfaction, accomplishment, and pride that comes from within. Ultimately, an individual’s role should be founded on one's ability to be impactful to their community, this impact can be quick or long lasting but in the end, the results of volunteering demonstrate leadership and stewardship which through example inspires others to do the same, creating a better place for all to live. The purpose of giving stems from

give ideas. Some people give their loyalty. For others, their effort and hard-work. Few though, are able to give what men like Andrew Carnegie were able to give; hope. That hope, however, came in the form of money. Building wealth is no easy task but giving that wealth away for the benefit of society, is the ultimate good that can be done with it. Carnegie wasn’t the only, or even the first to realize the importance of philanthropy. Johns Hopkins and John Rockefeller were two other very important players

of mutual giving and receiving. This act of mutual giving and receiving is very apparent in the story told in the movie. In order to communicate it is necessary for both people to, be willing to receive information and furthermore then be willing and able to give information,

The face of care giving and support is changing and this change enhances the way care is provided whilst maintaining dignity, giving respects and compassion to people (NHS, 2012, Ford, 2017). According to NHS (2012), due to progressive medical attention, people are now living longer increasing the influx of older people with multiple complex needs. This then means “there is a higher expectation of health care delivery and support”. “Care, compassion and effective communication are essential elements