In the reading it talks about the importance of the humanities in a persons life and the way they connect one with another. It even goes so far as to say that art is like a window which allows one to see into another's thoughts and emotions. It is a way to connect societies and time periods.  I think that the arts can bring people together more than even technology can, because it has an emotional element that technology cannot mimic. The reader gave an example of a basketball coach who was influenced by the arts and became a more professional and well rounded individual. I found it interesting that he hung up his sport jackets for suits. He found who he really wanted to be, and because of his open mind toward the arts he evolved into a more open minded person. This can apply to education in general. Being exposed to the study of humanities can aid a person studied any field and help them to know more about the society that they are trying to help whether it be through scientific formulas, or complex math equations. I feel that the humanities should be more encouraged in the high school and college levels of education. This will develop and produce more well rounded and connected individuals.