Navigating different cultural norms from "summary" of Afropean by Johny Pitts
Navigating different cultural norms can be like trying to find your way through a maze with no map. One moment you think you've got it all figured out, and the next moment you're completely lost. It's a constant dance of trying to fit in while also staying true to yourself. This dance can be both exhilarating and exhausting at the same time. Imagine being in a new country where the customs and traditions are completely different from what you're used to. You have to learn how to greet people, how to eat, how to dress, how to behave in public - all while trying not to offend anyone. It's like walking on a tightrope, trying to maintain your balance while also trying to blend in. But the thing about navigating different cultural norms is that it's not just about following rules and customs. It's also about understandin...
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