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This Paper dives into the psychological definition of a near death experience, the supposed experiences and the possible causes of what is scientifically and/or spiritually happening. Near death experiences, also known, as NDE’s are one of psychologies most interesting studies. Typically an average person would think that during an NDE a person goes to heaven…

Sag Harbor is a coming of age story written by Colson Whitehead. The novel surrounds African American boys who were trying to find their way in a world where they were both accepted and stereotyped. This was later referred to as “double consciousness”. This term was not invented by Colson Whitehead, it was first coined…

W. E. B Du Bois stated “The problem with the twentieth century is the problem of the color line…” I always wanted to know how other race feel when they first meet me or when they see me. Like I ask myself all the time why do people look at me like they do? Why…

Fictional content is often written to present imaginary which may not be true. They are however important in deepening our understanding of other people’s perspectives about life. They also help the reader to have a different picture about the world. In this essay, we review Hemingway ‘Soldier’s Home’ with the intention of establishing how fiction…

“Bonjour.” This was the first word that I spoke upon arrival at L’Académie française, the Virginia Governor’s French Language Academy. Although this word is usually interpreted as a simple “hello,” it also possesses a deeper meaning, which is why it holds a special place in my heart. This seemingly ordinary word conveys much more than…

Norman Melchert proposes the following thought of your soul leaving your body and going to heaven but your memories, consciousness, and all your basic character traits remaining on Earth. Asking the overall question, of where would you be and why if you could even bear to imagine it. If your soul left your body but…

Science fiction is a literary genre that is primarily characterized by its exploration of imaginary worlds or futuristic scenarios. It has the ability to both captivate and challenge readers by introducing them to alternative realities that force them to question their own beliefs and assumptions. Ray Bradbury’s short story, “All Summer in a Day,” is…

“All Summer in a Day” is a short story by Ray Bradbury, first published in 1954. It is a story that has captured the hearts of many readers with its poignant themes of hope and despair, as well as its vivid imagery and powerful message. Set on Venus, the story follows a group of schoolchildren…

Perception creates our experience of the world around us. It is the process of getting, interpreting, selecting and organizing information that includes one’s senses. People, interests, one’s needs and all expectations all influence our perception on how one views and treat others. Perception is significant in understanding human behavior because every individual sees the world…

On August 15th, 2016, I checked off skydiving from my bucket list after eagerly anticipating the day and struggling to sleep the night before. To prepare for this unforgettable adventure, both my partner and best friend joined me in a two-hour class where we learned all the necessary information. We were excited to document our…