London Study Abroad

From this reading, I learned that is important to find the balance between extreme nationalism and ignoring the differences of cultural and people. The author calls it "partial cosmopolitanism" and it's important to practice while traveling, and in general. Nationalism is very dangerous because it can lead to prejudice and racism. It can also lead to believe your country is better than others, or it's "the best". We need to respect our differences though, and how they enrich the world. We need to have an open mind, be accepting to new cultures, and willing to learn. It is also important to respect those that do not wish to accept this mentality, but stay in their own community, like the Amish, or different communities in remote locations. I remember hearing about the guy who tried to contact this recluse community that hadn't had outside contact for a long time, and they killed him. If he had managed to make contact, he would've brought diseases and

1. I want to attempt to speak French in France, even though my French is limited. I really love learning French even though it can be difficult. I hope to be able to be fluent one day and live in France. I also want to get married in the Paris, France temple. I asked my current French teacher if French people like it when people to speak French even though they're not fluent and he says they really appreciate the effort so I'm even more excited!! 2. I want to go out of my comfort zone in some type of culture or activity that is foreign to me, but part of the culture there. Maybe try some really intimidating food? I was reading a subreddit about what Americans were surprised about Europe when they visited and what Europeans were surprised about America and it was really enlightening! The first thing I can remember off the top of my mind is that it's strange in America to use so much ice at restaurants and to be constantly refilling the glass with water. I also remember lea