As I reflect on my ethnic group's teachings and beliefs, I realize that two significant ones have shaped my worldview. Firstly, the importance of respect for elders and authority figures is deeply ingrained in my culture. We are taught from a young age to prioritize obedience and deference to those who have come before us, as a sign of respect and gratitude for their wisdom and guidance. This teaching has influenced my interactions with people in positions of power and authority, often leading me to prioritize harmony and avoidance of conflict.In my culture respect is regarded as something that a young and an old person is strictly prohibited to show towards others. Respect and desceplin grow you closer to God. It is highly believed that respect goes a long way and might as well open doors for you, I can say that respect in my family is culture.

Secondly, the concept of community and collective responsibility is central to my ethnic group's worldview. We believe that individual success is closely tied to the well-being of the community, and that our actions should always consider the greater good. This teaching has shaped my understanding of social responsibility and my tendency to prioritize group needs over individual desires.

In sharing these teachings with my classmate, I realized that what was familiar to me was strange to them, and vice versa. My classmate came from a culture that prioritizes individualism and personal freedom, which challenged my assumptions about the importance of community and authority. Meanwhile, my emphasis on respect for elders was unfamiliar to them, as their culture values equality and peer-to-peer relationships.

Through this discussion, I became aware of my biases and prejudices, particularly my tendency to assume that my cultural teachings are universally applicable. I realized that my prioritization of harmony and respect for authority can sometimes lead to passivity and avoidance of necessary conflict. My classmate's perspectives helped me see the value in questioning authority and prioritizing individual autonomy.

This exercise taught me the importance of critically examining my endogenous teachings and biases, and the value of engaging with diverse perspectives to broaden my understanding of the world. By recognizing and challenging our assumptions, we can work towards a more nuanced and empathetic worldview.