Named after the sage Confucius (b. 551 B.C.E.), Confucianism is one of the most important philosophical traditions in China. Although it’s widely considered a spiritual philosophy, some scholars ...

We had a wedding filled with the vibrancy of Indian culture and the traditions of American culture. I find that our differences have made us a much stronger couple. My wife, Katy, and I come from ...

Traditions in families form an important part of your social structure and even contribute to your sense of identity. They can come from your country’s culture, your religion, or even your family ...

I have been a scout in Bellevue Troop 626 for the past three years. Every year on the day after Thanksgiving, I get up in the morning and I know the Holidays are coming. You can tell the whole city is ...

Cultural norms are a mechanism for history to influence present-day outcomes (Nunn 2009). But how do norms emerge? Where do norms come from, and what explains the variation across societies? The ...

Company culture isn't merely isn’t a perk or a poster on a wall. It can be the pillar of a business that is growing in major ...

The winter season blankets the world in a shimmering tapestry of celebrations, drawing communities together in a shared embrace of joy and goodwill. Among these festivities, Christmas stands as a ...

Joe explores the origins and teachings of Sikhism, one of the world’s youngest major religions. He covers the life of Guru Nanak, the formation of the Sikh community, and the values that guide ...

Many of us grew up with church traditions that feel timeless and passed down through generations. But what if some of these cherished practices aren’t quite as ancient as we think? The gap between ...

Our bus moved swiftly down the narrow highway that weaved through the Andes Mountains of Ecuador. I learned a long time ago not to watch a bus driven in developing countries, passing uphill or on ...