Earlier in my life, this has proven to be a slightly difficult task because my family’s values tend to be more conservative than those of most others I encounter. My parents have taught me that it is impossible to change people and, instead, I should try to be observant and listen to others’ opinions while not wavering in my own beliefs. Another important aspect of Vietnamese culture I have learned is the importance of taking care of one’s family and community. For example, traditionally, in Vietnam, a son or daughter would never send his or her elderly parents to a nursing home. Rather, the youngest son or daughter would care for them until they pass. In America’s largely individualistic society, such traditions become even more valuable to families with similar values. These values have allowed me to develop the patience and composure to deal with difficult situations and people. Lately, they have also aided me in understanding others and seeing their problems from their points of view so that I can help them. Vietnamese culture is actually based off of Chinese culture. Therefore, the two have much in common, including many traditions and
Earlier in my life, this has proven to be a slightly difficult task because my family’s values tend to be more conservative than those of most others I encounter. My parents have taught me that it is impossible to change people and, instead, I should try to be observant and listen to others’ opinions while not wavering in my own beliefs. Another important aspect of Vietnamese culture I have learned is the importance of taking care of one’s family and community. For example, traditionally, in Vietnam, a son or daughter would never send his or her elderly parents to a nursing home. Rather, the youngest son or daughter would care for them until they pass. In America’s largely individualistic society, such traditions become even more valuable to families with similar values. These values have allowed me to develop the patience and composure to deal with difficult situations and people. Lately, they have also aided me in understanding others and seeing their problems from their points of view so that I can help them. Vietnamese culture is actually based off of Chinese culture. Therefore, the two have much in common, including many traditions and