Examining Endogenous Teachings and Developing Worldviews in a Reflective Blog **Study Unit 6 as the Basis for Learning Activity 4** Studying anthropology forces us to analyse our worldviews and consider the structures that shape our perception of reality. Our cultural history and life experiences have affected our views and teachings as individuals from a variety of backgrounds. I will examine two endogenous teachings/beliefs that are part of my ethnic group and have had a big impact on my worldview in this reflective blog. #### First Lesson: Honouring Seniors Respect for elders is a deeply embedded teaching in my culture. I learned at a young age to respect and obey elders, be they relatives, local authorities, or other figures of authority. This lesson highlights the value of knowledge, expertise, andExamine two endogenous teachings/beliefs that have greatly impacted my worldview and are unique to my ethnic group. #### First Lesson: Honouring Seniors Respect for elders is a deeply embedded teaching in my culture. I learned at a young age to respect and obey elders, be they relatives, local authorities, or other figures of authority. This teaching places a strong emphasis on the value of the knowledge, expertise, and direction that elder generations can provide. It has imbued qualities of humility, empathy, and intergenerational solidarity that have moulded my perspective. But after some thought, I see that this instruction can occasionally uphold hierarchical power relations and stifle critical thought, particularly when the viewpoints of the elderly collide with progressive or modern ideals. #### Instruction 2: Collective Accountability In my culture, another important lesson is theExamine two endogenous teachings/beliefs that have greatly impacted my worldview and are unique to my ethnic group. #### First Lesson: Honouring Seniors Respect for elders is a deeply embedded teaching in my culture. I learned at a young age to respect and obey elders, be they relatives, local authorities, or other figures of authority. This teaching places a strong emphasis on the value of the knowledge, expertise, and direction that elder generations can provide. It has imbued qualities of humility, empathy, and intergenerational solidarity that have moulded my perspective. But after some thought, I see that this instruction can occasionally uphold hierarchical power relations and stifle critical thought, particularly when the viewpoints of the elderly collide with progressive or modern ideals. #### Instruction 2: Collective Accountability In my culture, another important lesson is theExamine two endogenous teachings/beliefs that have greatly impacted my worldview and are unique to my ethnic group. #### First Lesson: Honouring Seniors Respect for elders is a deeply embedded teaching in my culture. I learned at a young age to respect and obey elders, be they relatives, local authorities, or other figures of authority. This teaching places a strong emphasis on the value of the knowledge, expertise, and direction that elder generations can provide. It has imbued qualities of humility, empathy, and intergenerational solidarity that have moulded my perspective. But after some thought, I see that this instruction can occasionally uphold hierarchical power relations and stifle critical thought, particularly when the viewpoints of the elderly collide with progressive or modern ideals. #### Instruction 2: Collective Accountability In my culture, another important lesson is theExamine two endogenous teachings/beliefs that have greatly impacted my worldview and are unique to my ethnic group. #### First Lesson: Honouring Seniors Respect for elders is a deeply embedded teaching in my culture. I learned at a young age to respect and obey elders, be they relatives, local authorities, or other figures of authority. This teaching places a strong emphasis on the value of the knowledge, expertise, and direction that elder generations can provide. It has imbued qualities of humility, empathy, and intergenerational solidarity that have moulded my perspective. But after some thought, I see that this instruction can occasionally uphold hierarchical power relations and stifle critical thought, particularly when the viewpoints of the elderly collide with progressive or modern ideals. #### Instruction 2: Collective Accountability In my culture, another important lesson is thenotion of collective accountability. We think that everyone in our community is connected to everyone else, and that we have a responsibility to help and encourage one another. This lesson emphasises the value of solidarity, cooperation, and helping one another out when things are tough. It has improved social cohesiveness, empathy, and a sense of belonging, all of which have shaped my viewpoint. It can, however, also result in pressure to live up to social norms and expectations, which stifles personal independence and originality. Additionally, if some groups within the community are marginalised or excluded from communal support networks, this could further contribute to the continuation of socioeconomic inequities. After talking with a classmate about these lessons, I saw that although we both understood certain parts of them, others sounded weird or foreign. We were aware of our prejudices.and biases, especially with reference to the possible shortcomings of conventional wisdom in tackling today's issues. We encouraged one another to rethink and scrutinise our presumptions by engaging in critical contemplation and candid discussion, acknowledging the richness and variety of human experiences. Finally, by looking at endogenous teachings and how they affect our worldviews, we can gain a deeper understanding of both our own selves and the societies in which we live. We may develop greater empathy, open-mindedness, and cultural humility by challenging our preconceived notions and embracing the unknown, which will promote meaningful discourse and our group's progress. **Word Count: 373**