... internal body is defined by blood pressure, resting metabolic rate, and well working organs according to an ideal model based on height and weight. A ‘fit' external body can be defined as a mesomorph body type which includes hard and tight skin tissue, well-developed muscles, and strong bones. All of these features lead to a more shapely body and an upright posture. Keeping in mind the definitions of ‘fit' and ‘feminine' I will now explore Lenskyj's ‘commercialized fit' and my distinction between ‘being fit' and ‘looking fit'. Helen Lenskyj's article Women, Sport, and Sexuality explores the commercialization of the ‘fit' body. She traces the image of the physica ...
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... for classes. So many people are all trying to do the same thing at once. For some, this can be enough to walk to the car and go home. However, most will make it through this part of their new life. Usually the one thing that will really bother a person, is living in a small room, with at least one other person, sometimes two. Often, living with strangers will make a person uncomfortable, and wishing they were back home. This is when many will give up, and go back home. The next cause being the surrounding environment. For new students that are not used to freedom, it can be hard to understand that they now have to make their own decisions. To illustrat ...
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... would depend on a family member. Friends should always be an uplifter, a guiding light; never should a friend belittle one's self worth or prove to be a detriment. The first sign of independability can be counted as an accident, but after that, it is not acceptable. There is no room for repeat offenders, because they will ultimately prove to be a downfall. The first time should take away enough trust to build an outer shell against them. Finally, if one allows another to manipulate them for a gain or purpose besides their own, then there is a problem with the friendship. IF a friend needs a ride, and assuming that the are not offering ot drive, graciousness, co ...
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... students. This shows that, there could be actually be a solution to school violence. This also shows that, schools are actually starting to take action while trying to avoid problems. In addition, uniforms are spreading to the suburbs, where this is a cheap way to make schools safer, just by making students wear these uniforms. This shows that, it’s possible for all students to be able to find a way to get these uniforms to schools. It also shows that, were there are places with a lot of violence and hopefully their uniforms could helps these students. However, uniforms could be a pricey engagement. This shows that, some and most people won’t be able to afford unifo ...
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... in the begings of their lives. Kids will need emotional support to face some of the problems earlier in their life, because of sheer lack of experience. Not knowing how to solve some of the life's problems would only help them get hurt. Thats when the parents play the key role in their life. Financial support is something not all parents can give, but it they can its is really helpfull for the kid. When I say financial support I do not mean giving them spending money any time they ask for it, what I mean is more like money for school activities and funds for later education in their life. This will give them many opportunities later in life. It is up to the ...
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... student interested in the lesson, but also helps students to retain more information. “Research shows that when people are engaged in doing something rather than just listening and watching they actually learn better.” (Peterson, 1996) Being that students are learning fundamental lessons in their early childhood, it is important that they retain the information that they learn. also has the benefit of promoting attributes that employers will value in the future. These attributes include better interaction skills and leadership skills. “The whole point of ”, says Bard Licker, associate professor in the department of professional studies in education, “is to ...
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... will have the same mechanical power of that of a train's wheels. Thus this image gives the viewer of the ad a simulation of what his leg would be doing on a bike but with more power. STYLE: The ad uses key words and key images to communicate its meaning. A key word used in this ad is "Strapped." The word "Strapped" implies that when you wear Nike shoes you will get a secure tight fit in the shoe. This makes the viewer think that he/she will be able to pedal with strength and the force of a train. Therefore the ad makes you think that the shoes will give one the power of a train engine and in the viewer's eyes makes the Nike biking shoes a superior p ...
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... quickly overtaken with a new millennium, where there is no "set" standard norm. Although the causes and effects of the breakdown of the Canadian family unit in the 21st century are numerous, there are many ways in which families are developing and adapting for the future. The family is considered the most basic social institution. Often the significance of problems that occur within family is underestimated. Families are being increasingly jeopardized by a number of social issues. In 1991, approximately one-quarter of Canadian households consisted of only one person (Hagedorn 396). Although over the past twenty-five years the number of marriages has decreased s ...
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... women who question their sexual identity, the more familial/professional commitments they have, the more difficult it becomes for them to explore the possibility that they may be homosexual. Other factors may also inhibit their identity formation process. These include religious beliefs, fear of rejection from family, and fear of homophobia from friends and cowoorkers. p. 2 Research is indicating that women who come out as lesbians in their middle adulthood go through a ‘second childhood’. These women go through Erickson’s ‘identity consolidat ...
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... food stamps program. I will discuss the four programs individually. Medicaid provides free medical care to the poor people. Funds vary from state to state. In some situations, people who may be able to pay daily needs, but can't afford large medical bills may also be able to receive Medicaid. Some services paid for are bills such as doctor's visits and nursing home care. Most Medicaid funding comes from the federal government. The rest is supplied by the state. Each state runs their own Medicaid A.F.D.C. provides cash benefits to dependent children and the parents or the guardians taking care of them. Most families that qualify for A.F.D.C. have just on ...
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