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Step-by-Step Exercises
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below
1
The
language we use to describe cultural situations
is not precise. |
2
Facts are interpreted
through the experiences and biases of those hearing
them. |
3
Prejudices must
be acknowledged to move toward harmonious living.
Behaving harmoniously can
become second nature to those who practice. |
4
Knowledge
can contribute to prejudice reduction, but knowledge
by itself does not always reduce prejudice. |
5
A supportive, nurturing and positive environment
fosters an open-minded individual and helps overcome
differences in resources and personalities. |
6
Language
that does not judge character is key to harmonious
interaction. |
7
People
can appreciate what is different and what is the
same in people. |
8
Individuals bring their cultural assumptions
to any dispute. In an intercultural dispute, divergent
cultural assumptions may cause one or both parties
to experience frustration. |
9
Continuous dialogue is a key to harmonious
understanding. |
10
When addressing
controversial issues, elicit various points of
view. Premature agreement can
curtail dialogue. |
11
Acknowledging wrongdoing is a vital and
essential step for peaceful living. |
12
Restoration of others in our mental and
emotional domains may help to establish harmony,
even if we cannot do justice or offer material
restoration. |
13
Forgiveness
can be a spiritual experience or simply a step
toward contentment. Respecting the spaces of people,
their heroes and accomplishments can move us toward
restoration and harmony. |
14
When various groups and their interests
are well represented at the top, things tend to
work better up and down the line. |
15
Education is our best hope. Schools need
to set an example of empathy, altruism, trust,
fairness, justice, compassion, and respect for
diversity. |
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