Popular Culture can be defined in a variety of ways. The people around us all have a part in what we can define it to mean. The culture in which we involve ourselves and how it may impact an individual. All around us we see popular artifacts that may have meaning and influence on our lives. What we can hold close to us and use to describe who we are can also be considered to be popular culture. To me, popular culture means all those important images that represent the power and strength of being a black women. From the music I listen to, to the books I read. In my culture, music is powerful and has a voice for itself. This is important to me, because it provides a foundation for the growth of my children. I never want them to forget where they come from and where they are going.
Why is an understanding of popular culture relevant to you in a business environment and in your present and future career?
The understanding of popular culture is relevant to my present and future career in the healthcare industry, because it will set the pace of the current information that is used in the system today. My passion in healthcare revolves around holistic health, so by being able to understand the popular culture today and seeing all the amazing new herbs and therapies, that can improve the health of someone, it will build the confidence in others to want to become more knowledgeable on natural health and wellness.
What would you consider to be an example of a popular culture artifact? And why would you choose it?
I would consider NeoSoul music to be an example of popular culture. NeoSoul music is a cross between jazz and hip hop. It speaking of conscious living and positive thinking. It is very mellow and smooth. I would choose it, because of the impact is has on my life and how it makes me feel when I listen to it. Music is the food for my soul and just by hearing the love and passion of words in the songs, brings a smile on my face and a sense of joy in my heart.
