As an Indian-American, culture is a crucial part of my development. Being exposed to two separate lifestyles has instilled a variety of values in me. First and foremost, I am open-minded. Before judging anything, I make an effort to understand. As a result, socially, I treat everyone equally, and consideration towards others promotes emotional maturity. Many of my friends' joke that I have an 80-year-old's mind. To the contrary, observing people experience various situations raised my awareness regarding the importance of one's state of mind. Thoroughly thinking through problems without childish impulses is beneficial, but unpopular among teenagers. Moreover, Indian culture gives immense significance to decision-making skills, because of
