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Sheet Music from the Program: American Negro Songs and Spirituals, published 1940

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Sheet Music from the Program: American Negro Songs and Spirituals, published 1940

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https://digitalcollections.nypl.org/items/4a26b550-9a59-0134-095c-00505686a51c

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Title
American Negro Songs and Spirituals: a comprehensive collection of 230 folk songs, religious and secular
Names

Work, John W. (John Wesley), 1901-1967 (Editor)

Collection

The Black Experience in Children's Books: Selections from Augusta Baker's Bibliographies

Dates / Origin

Library locations

Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture, Jean Blackwell Hutson Research and Reference Division

Shelf locator: Sc 784.7-W (Work, J. American Negro songs and spirituals. 1940)

Topics

African Americans

Spirituals (Songs)

Genres

Physical Description

Extent: 1 p. ¡., [v]-vii p., 1 ¡., 259 p. 20 cm.

Type of Resource

Notated music

Languages

Identifiers

Library of Congress Control Number: a 42005002

RLIN/OCLC: NYPGR2860402-B

NYPL catalog ID (B-number): b11721461

Universal Unique Identifier (UUID): 45939900-7cf9-0134-93b0-00505686a51c

Rights Statement

The New York Public Library believes that this item is in the public domain under the laws of the United States, but did not make a determination as to its copyright status under the copyright laws of other countries. This item may not be in the public domain under the laws of other countries. Though not required, if you want to credit us as the source, please use the following statement, "From The New York Public Library," and provide a link back to the item on our Digital Collections site. Doing so helps us track how our collection is used and helps justify freely releasing even more content in the future.

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TitleAmerican Negro Songs and Spirituals: a comprehensive collection of 230 folk songs, religious and secular Names Work, John W. (John Wesley), 1901-1967 (Editor) Collection The Black Experience in Children's Books: Selections from Augusta Baker's Bibliographies Dates / Origin Library locations Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture, Jean Blackwell Hutson Research and Reference Division Shelf locator: Sc 784.7-W (Work, J.

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Self-Care Strategies for Black Men (including Breath)

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Self-Care Strategies for Black Men (including Breath)

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The term "fight or flight" is also known as the stress response. It's what the body does as it prepares to confront or avoid danger. When appropriately invoked, the stress response helps us rise to many challenges. But trouble starts when this response is constantly provoked by less momentous, day-to-day events, such as money woes, traffic jams, job worries, or relationship problems.

Health problems are one result. A prime example is high blood pressure, a major risk factor for heart disease. The stress response also suppresses the immune system, increasing susceptibility to colds and other illnesses. Moreover, the buildup of stress can contribute to anxiety and depression. We can't avoid all sources of stress in our lives, nor would we want to. But we can develop healthier ways of responding to them. One way is to invoke the relaxation response, through a technique first developed in the 1970s at Harvard Medical School by cardiologist Dr. Herbert Benson. The relaxation response is a state of profound rest that can be elicited in many ways, including meditation, yoga, and progressive muscle relaxation.

Breath focus is a common feature of several techniques that evoke the relaxation response. The first step is learning to breathe deeply.

Deep breathing benefits

Deep breathing also goes by the names of diaphragmatic breathing, abdominal breathing, belly breathing, and paced respiration. When you breathe deeply, the air coming in through your nose fully fills your lungs, and the lower belly rises.

For many of us, deep breathing seems unnatural. There are several reasons for this. For one, body image has a negative impact on respiration in our culture. A flat stomach is considered attractive, so women (and men) tend to hold in their stomach muscles. This interferes with deep breathing and gradually makes shallow "chest breathing" seem normal, which increases tension and anxiety.

Shallow breathing limits the diaphragm's range of motion. The lowest part of the lungs doesn't get a full share of oxygenated air. That can make you feel short of breath and anxious.

Deep abdominal breathing encourages full oxygen exchange - that is, the beneficial trade of incoming oxygen for outgoing carbon dioxide. Not surprisingly, it can slow the heartbeat and lower or stabilize blood pressure.

Practicing breath focus

Breath focus helps you concentrate on slow, deep breathing and aids you in disengaging from distracting thoughts and sensations. It's especially helpful if you tend to hold in your stomach.

First steps. Find a quiet, comfortable place to sit or lie down. First, take a normal breath. Then try a deep breath: Breathe in slowly through your nose, allowing your chest and lower belly to rise as you fill your lungs. Let your abdomen expand fully. Now breathe out slowly through your mouth (or your nose, if that feels more natural).

Breath focus in practice. Once you've taken the steps above, you can move on to regular practice of controlled breathing. As you sit comfortably with your eyes closed, blend deep breathing with helpful imagery and perhaps a focus word or phrase that helps you relax.

Ways to elicit the relaxation response

Several techniques can help you turn down your response to stress. Breath focus helps with nearly all of them:

Creating a routine

You may want to try several different relaxation techniques to see which one works best for you. And if your favorite approach fails to engage you, or you want some variety, you'll have alternatives. You may also find the following tips helpful:

Choose a special place where you can sit (or lie down) comfortably and quietly.

Don't try too hard. That may just cause you to tense up.

Don't be too passive, either. The key to eliciting the relaxation response lies in shifting your focus from stressors to deeper, calmer rhythms - and having a focal point is essential.

Try to practice once or twice a day, always at the same time, in order to enhance the sense of ritual and establish a habit.

Try to practice at least 10-20 minutes each day.

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Relaxation techniques: Breath control helps quell errant stress response - Harvard Health

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Relaxation techniques - such as deep breathing - can help control stress and the "fight or flight" response that can interfere with everyday life....

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Black Ritual Theatre            (in 8 easy steps) by Lindsay A. Jenkins

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Black Ritual Theatre            (in 8 easy steps) by Lindsay A. Jenkins

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“...ritual is the cornerstone of the performative process through which African Americans come to understand, reinforce, and reflexively critique who they are in the world.”

-E. Patrick Johnson, “Black Performance Studies: Genealogies, Politics, Futures”

1.Discard Linear Structure

There is no beginning, middle and end. Time is experienced cyclically.

2. Song and Dance

Music, rhythm and movement are

important aspects in Black Ritual.

3. Use Repetition to Increase Emotional Intensity

Repetition is an ancient method to aid in total spiritual involvement.

4. Audience Participation

Unlike traditional European performances, the fourth wall is blurred and the audience is expected to engage.

5. Call and Response

Used to build participation and repetition.

6. Liminal Space

There is no hierarchy once ritual has begun.

7. Celebrate Community

Black Ritual Theatre is never about one person.

8. Achieve Transformation

The ritual should transform its participants.

This text was written by and belongs to Lindsay A. Jenkins

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"Lovin' someone who hurts you is like swallowin' honey flavored glass."

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"Lovin' someone who hurts you is like swallowin' honey flavored glass."

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She cuts her eyes at Dee-Dee. Dee-Dee notices. Pearl notices Dee-Dee noticing and, with a glance, let’s her know she notices her noticing. Beat. Pg. 76

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She cuts her eyes at Dee-Dee. Dee-Dee notices. Pearl notices Dee-Dee noticing and, with a glance, let’s her know she notices her noticing. Beat. Pg. 76

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Coming to America- "I have a date with Lisa!"

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Coming to America.  "I have a date with Lisa!"

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Big Joker, little joker, deuce of diamonds, deuce of spades

First hand bids itself

If you renege the other team gets the number of books between renege and current hand

If accuser is wrong their team sacrifices same number of books

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Alzheimer's disease causes brain cells to die, so the brain works less well over time. This changes how a person acts. This article has suggestions that may help you understand and cope with changes in personality and behavior in a person with Alzheimer's disease.

Common Changes in Personality and Behavior

Common personality and behavior changes you may see include:

You also may notice that the person stops caring about how he or she looks, stops bathing, and wants to wear the same clothes every day.

Other Factors That Can Affect Behavior

In addition to changes in the brain, other things may affect how people with Alzheimer's behave:

Feelings such as sadness, fear, stress, confusion, or anxiety

Health-related problems, including illness, pain, new medications, or lack of sleep

Other physical issues like infections, constipation, hunger or thirst, or problems seeing or hearing

Other problems in their surroundings may affect behavior for a person with Alzheimer's disease. Too much noise, such as TV, radio, or many people talking at once can cause frustration and confusion. Stepping from one type of flooring to another or the way the floor looks may make the person think he or she needs to take a step down. Mirrors may make them think that a mirror image is another person in the room. For tips on creating an Alzheimer's-safe home, visit Home Safety and Alzheimer's Disease.

If you don't know what is causing the problem, call the doctor. It could be caused by a physical or medical issue.

Keep Things Simple...and Other Tips

Caregivers cannot stop Alzheimer's-related changes in personality and behavior, but they can learn to cope with them. Here are some tips:

Keep things simple. Ask or say one thing at a time.

Have a daily routine, so the person knows when certain things will happen.

Reassure the person that he or she is safe and you are there to help.

Focus on his or her feelings rather than words. For example, say, "You seem worried."

Don't argue or try to reason with the person.

Try not to show your frustration or anger. If you get upset, take deep breaths and count to 10. If it's safe, leave the room for a few minutes.

Use humor when you can.

Give people who pace a lot a safe place to walk. Provide comfortable, sturdy shoes. Give them light snacks to eat as they walk, so they don't lose too much weight, and make sure they have enough to drink.

Try using music, singing, or dancing to distract the person.

Ask for help. For instance, say, "Let's set the table" or "I need help folding the clothes."

Talk with the person's doctor about problems like hitting, biting, depression, or hallucinations. Medications are available to treat some behavioral symptoms.

For More information about personality and behavior changes in Alzheimer's

NIA Alzheimer's and related Dementias Education and Referral (ADEAR) Center
800-438-4380
adear@nia.nih.gov
www.nia.nih.gov/alzheimers
The NIA ADEAR Center offers information and free print publications about Alzheimer's and related dementias for families, caregivers, and health professionals. ADEAR Center staff answer telephone, email, and written requests and make referrals to local and national resources.

Alzheimers.gov
www.alzheimers.gov
Explore the Alzheimers.gov website for information and resources on Alzheimer's and related dementias from across the federal government.

This content is provided by the NIH National Institute on Aging (NIA). NIA scientists and other experts review this content to ensure it is accurate and up to date.

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Karen was working as an actress, writer instructor and theater improviser when her father was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. Being with her father in the days leading to his death, Karen was struck by the surprising similarities between improvisational acting and caregiving for persons with dementia. Combining both worlds, Karen created a workshop and training guide for dementia caregivers based on the rules of improvisation. Together with her husband, actor and improviser Mondy Carter, Karen wrote and performed the show "Sometimes You Gotta Laugh," an educational and entertaining take on Alzheimer's disease, caregiving, humor and stress. She and Mondy live in North Carolina with their daughter Grace and Karen's mom, Virginia, who also has Alzheimer's disease.

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This Padlet was created by Lindsay A. Jenkins, dramaturg for The First Deep Breath and founder of Maroon Arts and Culture. Click Here to Learn More