8. Thought to take away from this resource
Essential things to take away about cultural compassion are: culture is always changing as culture relates to the symbolic dimension of life. The symbolic dimension is the place where we are constantly making meaning and enacting our identities. Cultural messages from the groups we belong to give us information about what is meaningful or important, and who we are in the world and in relation to others - our identities (Michelle LeBaron 2003).
Using reflection think about the scenarios individually and together.
- What are the concerns related to health and well-being for each scenario?
- What are the concerns related to health and safety for each individual?
- What are the vulnerabilities related to each individual?