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Sometimes it is easy to become consumed with our own beliefs and habits. We can find it challenging to accept other ways of life. However, close mindedness and intolerance are not constructive for anyone, especially when there is so much we can learn about other cultures. Learning to accept and respect other cultures is an important step to having new experiences and learning about the world.

The trio in John Robert Murphy, Stephen Thomas, and Milliea McKinney demonstrate why we can all get along through their newly released single entitled 'We Can Be Brothers.'

Music has been a bridge to communication, and understanding since the beginning of time. Still today it is believed music has the ability to heal, change a heart, mind, or even action. That is why the song was brought to life through these songwriters, and artists. Demonstrating love, and understanding can prevail through education, and respect for one another, and their cultures. The biggest issue is fear, not understanding the cultural practices, beliefs, and habits of one another.

One of the most important ways to learn to become respectful of other cultures is to spend some time reflecting on your own beliefs and biases. Each of us has what is known as a "filter". The filter impacts how we see other cultures.

Your filter describes the way you view the world. Many different factors can affect your filter.

Some factors that affect your view, or filter, are ethnic background, religion, and age. Your filter is also affected by your income level and your education level.

Spend some time reflecting on your filter. Ask yourself questions such as, "How does my income affect the way I look at others?" or "Do I have any biases because of my religion?"

Becoming more self-aware can help you realize new things about your own culture. This, in turn, can open your eyes to appreciating cultural differences.

In order to respect other cultures, it is important to understand something about them. You can expand your knowledge by doing some research. Start by reading about the culture you are interested in.

For example, if you are interested in Japanese culture, look for a book on the history of Japan. Background knowledge of the history can help you comprehend the culture.

You can also try fiction. Reading a fictional account of a new culture can give you a more clear understanding of what life is like in that culture.

Try reading Chinua Achebe's "Things Fall Apart" for an interesting story about life in Nigeria. Or consider reading Elizabeth Gilbert's "Eat, Pray, Love" to learn about Italy, India, and Indonesia.

Ask your local librarian for guidance. Ask for recommendations for both fiction and non-fiction works.

Religion is an important part of many cultures. Learning more about a different religion can help you understand cultures other than your own. Take some steps to learn more about religion.

Attend a different type of worship. If you are Catholic, you might have only experienced a traditional Catholic mass.

Visit a different type of worship service. For example, visit a Jewish synagogue or go to a mosque.

Make sure to inquire as to whether visitors are allowed at services. Also take care to ask about any guidelines for dress or behavior.

Do your research. Read books and newspaper articles about different religions. For example, you could read about what it means to be a Buddhist. These are examples how we can contribute to a more peaceful understanding society.

The bottom line is we share a world, and in order to have a productive society we all must do our part to make it a better place understanding our roles in society depict the outcome of what we as a humanity must learn to live in, and problem solve with peaceful solutions for a resolve.

In fairness based on our conduct, and not our cultural beliefs or our race.

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