Popular American Culture
Popular American culture is defined as modern-day ways of life and things that are well known and commonly accepted or have cultural patterns that are prevalent in a populace. Popular culture is often referred to as pop culture.
The writer of this paper will compile an inventory of artifacts of popular culture that he has come into contact with and attempt to give them perspective. The influence of popular American culture on the author’s personal decision making will be discussed. The values, commonality and patterns associated with this inventory will also be addressed. First of all, the fact that I am part of the growing trend or phenomenon that is adult education is baffling. Many more adults are seeking to gain higher education credentials …show more content…
Races, cultures even countries are bonded by common beliefs and are divided as well as at war due to different belief systems. In the United States, alone, faith, spirituality, and moral values have become a part of politics, contention, financial gain, laws, and scandal. Music, television/radio stations and shows, and mega-churches, dedicated to a particular religious belief, are a part of daily life. I go to church irregularly but my Christian soul compensates by watching shows on TBN, like “The Potter’s House” with Bishop T.D.Jakes and listening to Praise 103.9fm WPPZ regularly. Gaining some kind of perspective on the meaning of life is the main purpose I believe for religion. It gives us all reason for living, with guidelines to live a good life and be a positive influence on humanity (at least I …show more content…
I am at a point in my life where my physical health is important. Currently reading “EXTREME FAT SMASH DIET” by Dr. Zank Smith, M.D., I am trying to find ways to address my obesity just like most American people. I am constantly bombarded by all kinds of quick fixes on television infomercials and spam mail in my email inbox that confuse most people and cost more than can be afforded. Some type of program, system, book or pill, for weight loss, mental stability, sexual prowess, and overall better health, are advertised at every turn of the channel or check of incoming email. Who can keep up or make an informed decision with the current “snake oil” sales of today? Doctors are no better; medications are, dispensed easier than going to the ATM for money. With the side effects that occur that are not supposed to happen, you feel like a lab rat. Alternative or holistic forms of treatments and medication have gained popularity within American society due to the mistrust of government sanctioned drugs. People flock to gyms, nutritionists, and herbalists trying to find the answer to a longer existence. I presently walk, exercise at home, try to eat healthier, and take several different pills (over the counter, herbal and prescribed medications). Through all these actions, is a healthier productive life the objective or are we looking for the key to immortality? I can say for me the goal is to
The writer of this paper will compile an inventory of artifacts of popular culture that he has come into contact with and attempt to give them perspective. The influence of popular American culture on the author’s personal decision making will be discussed. The values, commonality and patterns associated with this inventory will also be addressed. First of all, the fact that I am part of the growing trend or phenomenon that is adult education is baffling. Many more adults are seeking to gain higher education credentials …show more content…
Races, cultures even countries are bonded by common beliefs and are divided as well as at war due to different belief systems. In the United States, alone, faith, spirituality, and moral values have become a part of politics, contention, financial gain, laws, and scandal. Music, television/radio stations and shows, and mega-churches, dedicated to a particular religious belief, are a part of daily life. I go to church irregularly but my Christian soul compensates by watching shows on TBN, like “The Potter’s House” with Bishop T.D.Jakes and listening to Praise 103.9fm WPPZ regularly. Gaining some kind of perspective on the meaning of life is the main purpose I believe for religion. It gives us all reason for living, with guidelines to live a good life and be a positive influence on humanity (at least I …show more content…
I am at a point in my life where my physical health is important. Currently reading “EXTREME FAT SMASH DIET” by Dr. Zank Smith, M.D., I am trying to find ways to address my obesity just like most American people. I am constantly bombarded by all kinds of quick fixes on television infomercials and spam mail in my email inbox that confuse most people and cost more than can be afforded. Some type of program, system, book or pill, for weight loss, mental stability, sexual prowess, and overall better health, are advertised at every turn of the channel or check of incoming email. Who can keep up or make an informed decision with the current “snake oil” sales of today? Doctors are no better; medications are, dispensed easier than going to the ATM for money. With the side effects that occur that are not supposed to happen, you feel like a lab rat. Alternative or holistic forms of treatments and medication have gained popularity within American society due to the mistrust of government sanctioned drugs. People flock to gyms, nutritionists, and herbalists trying to find the answer to a longer existence. I presently walk, exercise at home, try to eat healthier, and take several different pills (over the counter, herbal and prescribed medications). Through all these actions, is a healthier productive life the objective or are we looking for the key to immortality? I can say for me the goal is to