My Culturally Diverse Background Has Influenced My Life

I have been fortunate enough to travel across the world from a young age. Traveling has exposed me to various places and cultures as well as experiences that would have never been possible had I been raised differently. Both my parents are Polish and moved to America as young adults. They came here without prior knowledge of the language or social environment; however, their goals were accomplished through perseverance and dedication. I have approached my schooling career and life in general with a similar attitude. My culturally diverse background has influenced my perspective on life and the lives of others; it is part of my identity and has helped me sustain an optimistic view on various cultures and experiences.
Society differentiates us by granting us different labels. As individuals, we develop unique classifications that help define us as a person. My label has been modified throughout the years by the various generations of my family. However, I am the first child of my family to have been raised in a foreign country. I have the ability to change my label yet its origins remain the same. My family has influenced my path in life and have taught me the value of hard work. I plan …show more content…
I have traveled to Europe every year from a young age and find myself very fortunate. My traveling has introduced me to new cultures and diverse backgrounds that I would never be able to experience in America. I have been exposed to vast histories and social environments, all of which differ greatly from the American culture. This previous year, I had the opportunity of traveling to four different European countries: Poland, Lithuania, Germany, and France. Each location varied greatly between the landscape and social atmosphere; it was an incredible experience to be introduced to so many areas. Traveling has opened up my eyes to various cultures, people, and