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What Are We Listen To Stereotypes?
No one on this planet is exactly the same. We can all be similar but we all have our own beliefs. Yet at the end of the day it is not about putting others down for their beliefs but about listening to them and really trying to understand where they are coming from. Nowadays people already have a preconceived notion in their head about what they think is best. We are all stubborn and judgmental towards other peoples’ views and outlooks. I have been guilty of judging others until my cousin become depressed and bisexual. My family has always been close. We celebrate family birthdays and holiday parties together, along with supporting each other at local football games and events. When my dad was a young boy, my grandparents adopted my aunt from South Korea. I know that even though we have tried to include my aunt and her family into our family, they still seem to feel out of place. We could always tell that my youngest cousin, who is fourteen years old, felt the most out of place. She would interact with us when she was younger, but then as she got older, she seemed to be more distant. About a year ago, I received a phone call from my aunt saying my cousin had not been eating at all and forcing herself to throw up after she ate. At first they thought it was an eating disorder, but as time went on she became …show more content…
I might have my own views involving sexuality, but my attitude has changed. At the end of the day all I need to share is the love and kindness I can give. I do not need to share judgement or disbelief for someone because everyone is fighting their own battles. I learned that I have to be open-minded to peoples’ views and be able to love them for who they are. No matter what I believe, I must love everyone for who they are not what they believe. My cousin has changed my outlook on life forever and I will continue to share my love and support for

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