Appreciation for my Culture

When I was researching about the Namibia ritual and supernatural practices I found some similarities and some differences in their traditions and my own. In their culture it is rather unheard of to not have a religion of choice. Even though most have grown away from the traditional ways because of technology and lack of cultural sharing they all must conform and have religious ties to a culture. For me this would be a huge challenge because I don't believe in any one religion.

I believe in people and there right to make the best moral decisions. As a society we have lost our way and strayed but I believe that people will find there way again. I do not have any religious claim or domination. With this it would be very complicated for me to follow with Namibia culture. After reading this it makes me very appreciative of my culture as an American that I can choose any religion I want or to be from no religion at all.

A similarity I enjoyed in learning about this culture was there wedding ceremonies. They have some little differences among each wedding but majority have the same basic concept. They have groomsman, bridesmaids, and lots of loving family and friends to share in witnessing there special day. This is very similar to what I want in my wedding and what most Americans strive for on there special day. A key difference that ties into the religious aspect is almost every wedding in Namibia culture is done in a church or has a large religious aspect to it. This would also cause for complication for me for the same reasons as stated before.

When I truly reflect on the research I've done, what I've learned, who I am, and who I want to be. I have grown more respectful of the differences in our world, but I would not want to change my culture. I do think that there are many similarities and differences and I could conform if needed but would prefer to state true to myself and my beliefs.