Initiation
Initiation is an important component of some secret societies but it isn't universal. Initiation can be a very personal process. It involves learning and acting upon responsibility. The process could include several rituals, or not.
Rituals
The Hongmen society, founded by Huiyuan, a Pure Land Buddhist patriarch, dates back to 386 CE. Hongmen rituals are akin to those performed by certain "higher degrees" of Freemasonry, and are a form of initiation. Initiation ceremonies for Hongmen symbolically represent the soul's journey through the underworld to reach heaven.
Membership
Mackenzie Crane studied the controversy surrounding secret society membership in a master's thesis. Her study revealed that college secret societies recruit based upon a variety factors, including academic excellence, student leadership, affiliation with prestigious organisations, and other achievements. Secret societies also valued blood ties and relationships to marriage families, according to her research.
Purpose
Secret societies exist to offer their members power and autonomy. Members pay dues when they join the organization. They eventually become part its knowledge elite. Within the group, members are trained to practice dissimulation and discretion. Postcolonial secret societies also serve as a means to modulate local community relations with state authorities and global forces.
Here are some examples
A secret society can be described as a group of people who share an ideal or goal. They are often associated with religious values but they can also be used for other purposes. In other words, they can be used to promote good thoughts and bad.
FAQ
What are the darkest secrets of Hollywood?
Hollywood is filled with secret societies. Some secret societies are cultlike groups that have strict rules and rituals. Other clubs are for people who share common interests.
There are also other, more evil organizations that control large parts of the industry. There are companies like the MPAA (Motion Picture Association of America), who sets film ratings and the RIAA, which sets music licensing fees.
Numerous unions or guilds also represent producers, writers, actors, etc. These large corporations control the majority of major film studios and television networks.
The fact is that regardless of how secretive any group may be, someone somewhere knows exactly who they are. But that doesn't mean we should fear them.
Instead, we should embrace them. Because they help us make better choices.
These experts tell us which movies are most likely to succeed, which songs will be in demand, and what books will sell the best.
They allow us to make informed decisions about what we buy, watch and listen to.
We can trust their advice and we can ignore it if it contradicts our values.
They are more powerful than ever because we chose to ignore them. They are the ultimate judges of taste.
And if you don't like what they say, you're free to ignore them.
Let's now look at some lesser-known, but still very real Hollywood secret organizations.
Observe why they are important.
Five interesting facts about your liver.
The liver is responsible to detoxify toxins and store vitamins and minerals. It helps to regulate blood pressure and keep our bodies temperature stable.
How often do we hear someone say, 'I feel sluggish today' or 'my head feels heavy'? These symptoms could indicate liver problems.
You may notice symptoms such as dark urine, yellowing skin and fatigue. These are not all the warning signs. You should immediately consult your doctor if you have any of these symptoms.
The liver is a vital organ. It is essential for detoxification and metabolism as well as reproduction.
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The average adult human liver is approximately 1,400g.
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A baby's liver is about half the size of an adult's at birth. It is four times larger by the time an infant turns three.
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The liver can be found just below the rib cage, on the left side.
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There are 16 major liver lobes. However there are many smaller, more intimate lobules.
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The liver is home to approximately 10 million red blood cell units.
Why do actors get blacklisted in the first place?
As an actor, rejection is much more common than for writers. As an actor, it's likely that you will be rejected a lot. You will find someone who loves and accepts you eventually.
Actors have a lot of talent, so they can make a decent living almost anywhere. Actors aren't always interested in making a living. They love acting, and they love telling stories. So if you're an actor, chances are you're going to put yourself out there.
Even worse, you might be told you are too young or too old to play the part. Or you might audition for a movie and lose out to another person. It happens all the times.
After you've been cast, there may be criticism. People may tell you that your makeup looks terrible and you shouldn't use it. If you're lucky, you won't even hear negative comments.
Sometimes, your performance as a fictional character can be ridiculed. Perhaps you play a homosexual man and everyone thinks that you're straight. Perhaps you play a woman that is supposed to be strong but who cries a lot.
Or maybe you're asked to change your voice. Sometimes they ask for you to sound like a male or female. They will usually ask you to sound better.
These criticisms should be ignored. Actors often feel that they've failed if they are told they did something wrong. But the truth is that they haven't done anything wrong.
They were not born with the talent that would make them famous. They don't always fit the bill, no matter how hard they try.
Blacklisting an actor could be for many reasons. Some people don't like actors. Others think that actors are lazy. Others think actors are lazy.
No matter what the reason, you won't be blacklisted if your persistence persists. There are many roles available, and you will find them.
You'll succeed as long as you keep trying.
How does the brain regulate the functions of the body?
The brain sends messages to other organs and muscles to ensure they work together. Everything in your body is controlled and managed by your brain. It tells your stomach how to digest food and your lungs how to inhale oxygen; it also tells your arms, legs and feet to move.
Your brain consists of billions of nerve cells connected in groups called neurons. Action potentials are electrical signals that neurons send to one another. Each neuron has a cell membrane surrounding its nucleus. The cell membrane houses channels that allow ions, such as potassium and sodium, to enter and exit the cells. The neuron is lit by an electric charge created by the movement of ions.
Neurotransmitters are chemicals released when a neuron fires. Neurotransmitters attach to the receptors of the second neuron and open ions channels for ions to pass in and out. As a result, second neuron fires as well.
Neurotransmitter production occurs when a neuron in the presynaptic receives an impulsive signal from another. An impulse travels along a synapse that connects the two neurons. The transmitter binds with the receptors of the postsynaptic nerve, activating the firing of the postsynaptic neurons.
They are vital for the communication between nerve cells. They are also responsible for coordinating activity between various parts of the brain.
Statistics
- The average human adult male heart rate is between 70 and 72 beats per minute, while the average for adult women is between 78 and 82 beats, which is significantly faster, according to 2014 published in the Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research. (romper.com)
- "It is estimated that 75% of people have at least mild gum disease, with the most common symptoms being bleeding when brushing, bad breath, and dark and swollen gums," Dr. Ron Baise, a London-based dentist, tells Romper. (romper.com)
- In fact, according to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, you make 15 to 30 gallons of tears each year, which is insane when you think about it. (romper.com)
- According to a 2018 study published in Free Radical Biology & Medicine, this is because blood pressure is regulated by our innate circadian rhythm and internal clock. (romper.com)
- In one 2014 study published in the Archives of Medical Science that sought to study the prevalence of these mites, research showed that 41% of the people had them hanging out in their eyelashes. (romper.com)
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Hollywood Actors and Actresses with PhDs
Many famous people had PhDs including Bill Gates and Steve Jobs, Oprah winfrey, Michael Jordan and Barack Obama. Nikola Tesla and Marie Curie are among the many famous scientists.
Some stars have Ph.D. degrees including actor Tom Hanks and singer Barbra Streisand.
These stars all received their doctorate degrees at different universities around world. Many of these celebrities were successful business leaders or entrepreneurs after receiving their PhDs.
Other actors and actresses with PhDs include:
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Actor David Schwimmer is a Columbia University Business School MBA. He also attended NYU's Tisch Academy of the Arts.
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Jennifer Aniston, an actress, graduated Dartmouth College in Massachusetts with a Bachelor of Science degree. Harvard University awarded her a Master's degree in Organizational Behavior and Human Resources Management.
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Julia Roberts was a Yale University Biology student before she received her Masters of Public Administration (Georgetown University) as an actor.
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Actor Edward Norton graduated from Brown University with his Bachelors of Fine Arts. He then earned his Doctorate in Molecular Biophysics and Biochemistry from Stanford University.
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Maggie Gyllenhaal, actress, graduated Barnard College from with a Bachelor in English Literature. Columbia University then awarded her a Master of Social Work.
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Sarah Jessica Parker is an actor. She received her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology from Wellesley College. Columbia University is her master's program in clinical psychology.
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Sandra Bullock, Actress, obtained her Bachelor of Arts Degree from the University of California Berkeley. She then went on and got her Masters of Education from UCLA.
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Reese Witherspoon, an actress, earned her Bachelor's degree in Political Science at Tulane University. She then earned her Master of International Affairs from the Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy at Tufts University.
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Actress Michelle Williams graduated from Wesleyan University with a Bachelor of Arts degree. She then went on to get her Master of Arts degree in Psychology from Boston University.
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Actress Shailene woodley graduated with a Bachelor of Arts from Brigham Young University-Hawaii. She went on to San Francisco State University's graduate program for her Master in Environmental Studies.
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Will Smith, actor, graduated with a bachelor’s degree from Howard University. He went on to earn his Master of Business Administration at Northwestern University's Kellogg Graduate School of Management.
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Queen Latifah was an actress who graduated from Michigan State University with her Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing. The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill awarded her a Master of Public Health.
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Amy Adams, an actress graduated from Juilliard School after receiving her Bachelor of Music degree. She received her Master of Music from the Manhattan School of Music.
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Halle Berry, an actress, graduated from American Conservatory Theater with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree. Carnegie Mellon University gave her her Master of Fine Arts in acting.
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Brittany Murphy is an actress who graduated from Santa Monica High School, where she received her Bachelor of Arts Degree (Theatre Arts). After that, she received her Masters of Fine Arts Acting at the New York Film Academy.