What might be the benefits of living in a multicultural city like London?

Not many of us have been fortunate enough to have been exposed to cultures that differ from
our own in neither our childhood nor adult life like someone with a multicultural background.
Although the internet has helped a lot in widening our knowledge of foreign culture, it is
undeniable that watching actors on TV eating Kimchi on your favorite Korean drama is not
anywhere near as fulfilling as immersing yourself in that particular culture. Being in Seoul living,
socializing, experiencing their cultural norms, and trying their cuisine undoubtedly trumps what
we can learn from the mere confines of television or the internet.

Due to your multicultural background, at times you may feel as though you do not belong to a
concrete group. On the other hand, this does not have to be something negative – it gives you
the opportunity to socialise with a broader range of people, from different backgrounds.
Having a multicultural background is one of the most amazing qualities to discover in a person.
Studies have shown that people who have been exposed to various cultures in their lifetime are
more tolerant of others compared to those who have not previously been exposed to different
types of cultures. Another is that they are culturally empathetic – they are very tolerant of
people who have cultural backgrounds that differ from theirs. They can easily understand and
read others feelings, thoughts and behaviours.

Is it important to learn about other cultures? Why?

Learning about other cultures will make you more motivated to visit and find out what it is
really like. Being curious creates an interest in understanding the similarities and differences
between your culture and another. Being curious may also help you better understand and
accept cultural differences that may be a challenge without visiting the country of the cultural
difference that you are learning about.

Visiting other countries, watching documentaries about them, or even just reading about them
can help build acceptance of the diverseness of the world. Between all of the religions, races,
languages and etiquette, it is sometimes hard to be accepting of things and people that are
different, but if you learn more about the how and why that each country became the way that
they are, you can learn to accept rather than judge what makes them different.
In this day and age, global awareness is important for many reasons. Most jobs require at one
point or another interacting with another country or a person from another country. Being able
to communicate in a kind and respectful way will go really far. Plus, being globally aware tends
to make for well-rounded individuals who are very open-minded. If you were to be put in a
position where you had to make a decision regarding someone from another culture, being
globally aware will help you make a good and well-informed decision.
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