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The inquiry into whether the study of the human mind qualifies as a “true” science has persisted for over a century. To the casual observer, psychology might seem distinct from the rigid predictability of physics or chemistry, dealing instead with…
Have you ever noticed that after buying a new car, you suddenly see that exact model everywhere? Or perhaps after talking about food, you spot restaurant signs you usually ignore? This isn’t coincidence; it is a fundamental cognitive process known…
Imagine two people receive the same medical diagnosis. One feels overwhelmed, struggles to follow a treatment plan, and experiences a slow, difficult recovery. The other feels empowered, collaborates with clinicians, and navigates the new reality with resilience. The diagnosis was…
Sociology, studying society and social behavior, encompasses many concepts that help us understand the complexities of human interactions and societal structures. Grasping these sociology concepts is crucial for students and educators, as it provides the foundational knowledge necessary to analyze…
This is the first of a series of blog posts on paganism being posted by a student in my Sociology 427 reading course. This post, which is a formal assignment submitted for marking, introduces and discusses paganism. It points out…
Home » Religion As noted in the book Rocket Scientists’ Guide to Authentic Spirituality, there are seven pillars upon which an authentic spirituality must be based. At this point in our discussion we have covered six of the seven pillars of authentic…
Home » Author Archives: Dr. S. As noted in the book Rocket Scientists’ Guide to Authentic Spirituality, there are seven pillars upon which an authentic spirituality must be based. At this point in our discussion we have covered six of the seven…
As noted in the book Rocket Scientists’ Guide to Authentic Spirituality, there are seven pillars upon which an authentic spirituality must be based. At this point in our discussion we have covered six of the seven pillars of authentic spirituality. The final…
Welcome to The Sociology of Religion. As the title suggests, in this course we take a sociological look at religion and spirituality. We look at theories of religion (i.e., what religion is, how it relates to individuals and society, etc.),…
This article is excerpted from my Athabasca University Course Sociology 231: The Sociology of Religion. This 200 level Sociology course answers the question “What is Religion” and what is its relationship to our society. All references to “the course” are…
