What strategies can one implement to overcome language and other cultural barriers?
Americans are very lucky, because they speak English. English is used all over the world, and learning this language can open up a lot of doors. For those who already speak English, I encourage you to learn another language, so that you can experience what it is like to be unable to express yourself. It will help you be more empathic to those who are unable to communicate. Language is much easier face to face, because you can read the nonverbal language, the gestures and so forth. These are not always the same, though, because gestures mean different things in different parts of the world. Cultural barriers can be overcome by just connecting with people from different cultures and exchanging ideas and ways of living. Travel to other countries, and listen to music from other countries. Read the news from other countries, and get another perspective. I have learned that there is not one truth around the world, so what is right in this country is not right in another country. I can unders
