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My Family Cultural Analysis

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When i was 7 years old, my family and I moved to United States where my parents believed my sister and I would have better “education opportunities.” Being raised in a whole different culture than where i was born made the person who I am today. My parents traditional Korean culture and the American culture has taught me how to integrate different perspectives, how to value every individual's culture, and how to listen, communicate and understand an individual more thoroughly and carefully. Even though i did not agree to all the cultural aspects that my parents expected me to follow, they imparted me with values, such as sympathy and respect to others, stressing the importance of giving back to the community. Through these assets, beliefs, …show more content…

As i was escorting her to restroom, she decided to just let my hand go and sit on her dining room chair thinking it was the toilet. As I was about to get her back up to get cleaned up, her daughter was standing by the door crying after seeing what her mother did. The daughter was just so shocked how rapidly her mother was declining but i was able to give her comfort even though it was my first time meeting them. I felt a sense of complete wholeness that i had not felt before. Ever since that day, caregiving has not only made me feel complete but has given me more motivation to continue my nursing career path.

Nursing synthesizes caregiving in way that utilizes my natural strengths while benefiting others. My core professional beliefs are valuing each individual as a whole and giving holistic care to all patients.

Unfortunately, the college I am attending does not have a Bachelor’s in Nursing program. However, Seattle University offers this program and pursuing my education here would be an impeccable way for me to continue my studies. In addition to being recognized for having strong commitment and dedication in community involvement and social justice, Seattle University is devoted on maintaining a diverse student population. As a person of Korean heritage, seeing this commitment in diversity that Seattle University holds, seems to be my immense

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