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A Look at Wedding Superstitions

Many of the wedding traditions we're familiar with are rooted in cultural superstition. A lot of couples are reconsidering the traditions they incorporate into their ceremony, and others are forgoing marriage altogether.

Category: Wedding Planning

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Tips on Baptism Etiquette

Baptism is an important rite of passage and as such can feel daunting if you're unsure of what to expect or how to prepare. We lend important insights around baptism etiquette to alleviate any stress surrounding the day.

Category: Baptism

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Using Religious and Cultural Traditions To Influence Naming Ceremonies for Trans and Non-Binary People

A name holds implicit meaning and power, and for those in the LTBTQIA+ communities who are trans, non-binary, or genderfluid, a naming ceremony can be a powerful rite of passage, affirming their new identity.

Category: Society

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A Look at Why Weddings Are so Expensive

Weddings have become more costly than ever before. With social media pressure, and expanding guest lists, the cost can add up quickly. Creating a memorable day often doesn't require as much as we think.

Category: Wedding Planning

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Using AI to Write Wedding Vows?

AI is permeating our world, and while it can bring ease to many tasks, the question stands if it's appropriate to use AI to write wedding vows. Keep these considerations in mind if you choose to utilize AI for your vows.

Category: Marriage

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In-Laws, Relatives, Adult Children, Oh My: Multigenerational Living Considerations

People are living longer, and many families find it advantageous to have young children and grandparents living together. Immigrant families often have multiple generations in one residence

Category: Society

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Excessive Drinking at Funeral Kills Several Attendees

Drinking is a common pastime and social event in Vietnam, so much so that the residents of that country have a word for it. Nhau means to feast and drink with friends for no reason.

Category: Funeral

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A Selection of Funeral Traditions From Around the World

Across the Philippines, funeral traditions vary greatly from one region to the next. In Apayao, for example, the Isnag people have a custom that many Westerners would find unusual.

Category: Get Ordained Funeral

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Exploring Black American Wedding Traditions

While the phrase “tying the knot” is commonly used as a synonym for “getting married,” there’s an actual wedding custom of tying knots that originates in Africa.

Category: Universal Life Church Ceremonies

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What Can a 78,000-Year-Old Grave Tell Us About Human Grief?

In May 2021, National Geographic reported an amazing find: a 78,000-year-old grave. While its mere age is astonishing enough, there’s another reason this gravesite is important.

Category: Funeral

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