Yes this may be really cheesy but something I feel greatly about. People always talk about the stigma Americans face when traveling. To combat that is quite simple. Be kind. Be patient. Place yourself in their shoes and see through their eyes. If some waiter does not understand your order, maybe you are not speaking clear enough. Many habits and mannerisms are subconscious but can easily be re-evaluated. During my trek through Europe not once was I spit upon, ignored or targeted. In fact, I had the opposite experience with many people asking questions about my homeland. I would like to attribute that to the way I acted while in other countries and cultures, and the simple kindness I showed to others who may be different but are truly just the same.
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