12:43 + > Via Web Browser 3 Hello everyone, !! < Learning about other cultures and actually interacting with them provide two very different aspects when it comes to cultures other than our own. We can learn about other cultures in courses or reading books about those cultures. However, when interacting with someone or a group of people from another culture it adds the aspect of two very different views, dynamics, politics, faith, and customs. I believe the best way to learn from cultures other than our own is to interact with those who come from different backgrounds. The best way is to befriend those from another culture or as in my personal experience, if possible travel to a specific country ar interact with the locals and sharing a meal or D one another there is so that C 12:43 + > Via Web Browser 3 personal experience, if possible, travel to a specific country and interact with the locals and by simply sharing a meal or working alongside one another there is so much that can be learned. I've had the privilege of working abroad and interacting with people from many different cultures. When learning about a culture other than yours it is important to remain neutral and to understand that their beliefs will greatly differ from your own. In my experience there are multiple aspects that influence an individual's ideals. It is shaped from their upbringing, societal makeup, perceived gender roles, religion, and personal beliefs. When interacting with someone whose ideals and beliefs differ from our own I al would ask why they think th never made an as them feel that the + < C !! 12:43 + > Via Web Browser Q 3 with someone whose ideals and beliefs differ from our own I always would ask why they think that way? I never made an assumption or made them feel that their belief was wrong in any manner. Personally, when working with clients of a diverse population it is essential to see their differences not as a challenge or threat but rather as see their uniqueness and to learn from each client and how they can prepare you and challenge you to be a better practitioner/clinician. This can lead ‹ becoming a better provider that any client can trust. Learning about other cultures enriches our own lives. (2019). Vary News, 7, 7-7. 317 words Permalink Show parent C !!