Our culture plays a significant role in shaping us. Sometimes we take these ready-made cultural identities and embrace them as our own, without questioning whether they hold true for us. It’s important to take a step back and consider if they align with all the other aspects of your persona. By following these three steps…
5 Ways to Connect With Your Heritage
Connecting with the lives of our ancestors can lead to unraveling our own purpose and adds an essential layer to our persona. In their stories, we can connect the dots, understand our lineage, and find meaning. The easy access to information-rich sources on the internet makes it easier for people to discover their ancestry and…
Culturally Ignorant People: Who They Are and How to Deal With Them
In our interconnected world, it’s become critical to be sensitive to the differences in people from diverse backgrounds. Culturally ignorant individuals fail to see the importance of this. They mistakenly believe that the planet is solely their domain and live inside their own bubbles. Whether you’re someone who wants to broaden yours horizons or find…
How to Increase Your Global Fluency and Knowledge
Having global fluency goes beyond basic etiquette to avoid a cultural faux pas or learning a foreign language. It’s the ability to understand viewpoints beyond your own as you think critically about complex problems that affect everyone on the planet. Higher global fluency gives room to form meaningful connections with people, no matter what their…
5 Signs That You Have Cultural Intelligence
Cultural intelligence (CI) is more than just having cultural sensitivity and awareness. It’s about having knowledge of cultural differences and applying that strategically in your interactions with others. In a globalized world, the ability to work and relate well to people from differing backgrounds has become essential to our success. These five signs of high…
Don’t Judge a Book By Its Cover. Here’s Why.
We’ve all heard the saying, “don’t judge a book by it’s cover.” It alludes to our tendency to evaluate those we encounter based on what we see on the surface. This is the equivalent of judging the book by its cover, without bothering to browse through its contents. While appearance is an integral piece of…
How to Make Traveling a Spiritual Experience
Travel is a great way to recharge our batteries, have fun and spend quality time with our loved ones. But it can also be a great opportunity for transformative spiritual experiences. As we break free from the ruts of routine and the shackles of identity labels, we can access deeper self-knowledge and wisdom. These five…
4 Reasons Why Stereotypes are Harmful and Destructive
When we stereotype someone we’re refusing to see them as a person, and embrace their differences. While stereotypes might offer a convenient way to size someone up, it can hurt others and limit our perspective. This post reveals why stereotypes are harmful and destructive and how you can do to move away from using them….
5 Life Skills That Solo Travel Teaches You
Solo travel intimidates many people because they worry about appearing lonely to others or having no company. However, traveling on your own is a rewarding experience that offers a wealth of opportunities to discover unknown truths about yourself and the world. Learn about the many ways the traveling solo can enrich your life. (Estimated reading…
When it’s Okay to Break Away From Tradition
Tradition brings a sense of belonging and comfort. It brings families and friends together in a spirit of kinship. However, we need to balance tradition with our independent thought. When our customary ways of doing things become restrictive and block our growth, we need to revisit them and question if they’re still working for us…