You are about to leave for another culture (you may specify the one you are going to or would like to go to) for a stay of at least 6 months.
I would go to Pennsylvania and immerse myself in Amish culture.
What do you think that you’ll need to take and why?
I would not need to bring much with me. The Amish live a very simple lifestyle and I would not want to bring in anything that would offend them. I would however bring along english/german and english/dutch dictionaries so that I can communicate with them on a more personal level.
What do you think will sustain you while you are there – here you may think of favorite books or other items as well as certain psychological capacities.
A psychological capability that I would need to remember to maintain is patience for a culture that doesn't use modern conveniences or luxuries.
Do you think that the things that you like will be translatable or understandable in this new culture?
Most of my interests would not be understandable. I am a filmmaker, and the Amish don't watch films. They also would not appreciate my affinity for modern music. My dependence on the internet is completely out of the question. Although our cultures are very different, I still think that we would have some things in common. Family ties are important to the Amish, along with working hard as a community and sharing the benefits, all of which are qualities that I admire.
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Do you think that there's a relationship between the strong family values and the way that people make a living in their communities?
I think it's definetely a good idea to remember to have patience when in a new culture.
While living with the Amish, would you work with them on their construction projects? I know that some, at least in Michigan, where I am from, roof houses and build porches, etc. Non-Amish people drive them to these jobs.
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