Course 2: Becoming a 7 Cups Leader - (Discussion #10) Diversity, Cultural Differences, and Second Language Learners
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We are truly lucky to have a global community, rich in background and culture. In order to nurture our diverse community, we should each make a conscious effort to understand each other. The more we know, the more mindful we can be of one another's differences.
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Questions:
Please list some advantages of a diverse team.
How can we be respectful of different cultures on 7 Cups?
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Oooh! Diversity is one of my favorite topics - I absolutely love hearing about other cultures and meeting people from different parts of the world. With 7cups being an international platform, it's crucial that we recognize and respect other people to keep our mission true. With diversity, we are teamed with people of different thought processes, people with different skills and people who can speak different languages! All of these things can feed discussion and promote innovation which is simply amazing :D
@softMusic9759 Keep up the great work
@softMusic9759
I also enjoy learning more about culture and customs.
@PeaceLoveandPaws
Even i like to know more about culture and customs
@softMusic9759
Awesome answer!!!
@softMusic9759
Thats great to hear . Learning is so much fun on this platform fr all the diversity it brings
@softMusic9759
That's an awesome point!
@softMusic9759
I agree, diversity is so beautiful
@softMusic9759
I love learning about different cultures too!
@softMusic9759
That's sweet to know 😀
@softMusic9759 I agree that learning about other cultures is so interesting! I find it surprising how we can forget how small our own little bubble is.
@softMusic9759
This is true.
@softMusic9759
You're absolutely right! It is amazing! 
@softMusic9759
Diversity is one of my favorite topics as well. Great answers!
@softMusic9759
Agree with you, Music
Keep up the great work
@softMusic9759
what a great answer!
@softMusic9759
I love hearing about other cultures too and to learn their language.
@softMusic9759
You're awesome!!! 😁😁😁 Keep awesome
@softMusic9759
Great to think of cultural diversity as a blessing that enriches our lives and not like barriers that make things more difficult !
@softMusic9759 i am loving your enthusiasm throughout this course!! Keep it upp!'
@softMusic9759
I absolutely loved how you noted "diversity feeds discussion". Agreed. All the best.
@softMusic9759
I agree.
@softMusic9759
I love that you mentioned the potential increase in productivity and innovation!
@softMusic9759
i like your enthusiasm. yeah for diversity
@softMusic9759
I do appreciate your excitement when it comes to different cultures, that`s amazing!! <3
@softMusic9759 - Amazing to hear :)
@softMusic9759
like your enthusiasm :)
@softMusic9759
I agree!
@softMusic9759
Awesome!
@softMusic9759
I whole heartedly agree!
@softMusic9759
Great answer!
@softMusic9759 great answer
@softMusic9759
I agree with what you said. I see it as no 2 people maybe alike but through learning from one anther we can work together in knowing each other
I agree and that is cool that other cultures is a topic of interest for you
@softMusic9759
I definitely agree! Diversity is very important, especially with 7 Cups, and is crucial to effective discussions and in promoting innovation!
@softMusic9759, I fully agree! Innovation comes from many different angles and each person's diversity that they bring provides new perspective on things that others may not see. The beauty of innovation!
@softMusic9759
Accepted with all your points. Yess diversity is indeed an amazing thing. :D
@softMusic9759
¡I love it!, I hope to share more things with you in the future <3
@softMusic9759
I agree, diversity is really fascinating to learn and talk about.
@softMusic9759
I am glad your interested by diversity, I enjoyed reading your comment.
@softMusic9759 Yes yes - its my fav topic too ;) I love to connect and learn from people from various cultures..
Hello there!
I totally enjoyed reading your response! I truly truly love it.
I think i can even quite confidently say that i share same opinion with you.
Sending strenght and energy!
Lots of love,
🌸Hana🌸
@softMusic9759
Great response!!!
@softMusic9759
Its one of my fav topics too !
@softMusic9759
I agree with you 👏
@softMusic9759
I agree, diversity is just so unique
Great work
@Heather225
Please list some advantages of a diverse team.
-Increased productivity, increased creativity, a variety of perspectiives from persons from different walks of life,
How can we be respectful of different cultures on 7 Cups?
-We can be respectful of different cultures on 7cups by being inclusvie of everyone and their differences, be willing to learn about the culture to get a better understanding of it, practicing and having patience with those who are not knowledgeable like us in areas such as technology, language, etc.
@CheeryMango
*Culturally proud of you*
@CheeryMango
I have appreciated your input in helping me to remember diveresity instead of being American-centric.
@CheeryMango
Very true
@CheeryMango
so true, how it helps us expand our persepectives and opinions
@CheeryMango
You worded that amazingly! I completely agree.
@CheeryMango
I agree, productivity is awesome. I'm surprised most people don't jump on board.
@CheeryMango
Very true! Especially the one about having patience.
@CheeryMango
Patience is such a HUGE factor here, which I know everyone can work on. Great job!
@CheeryMango
That is a great answer, mango. Inclusivity within diversity is so important for growth.
@CheeryMango Proud of all your hard work Mango! <3
@CheeryMango
Thanks for sharing
@CheeryMango
Inclusion is so important! Great insight Mango! 
@CheeryMango
@CheeryMango
Great understanding of Diversity! :)
@CheeryMango
Very thoughtful answer, Mango
@CheeryMango
Valuable inputs, as always, thanks for sharing!
@CheeryMango
Great answer that adds to the original material with suggestions such as to be willing to learn about the different cultures and having patience with those who are not knowledgeable like us in technology and language.
A warm feeling of love across cultures pervades the whole answer.
@WelcomeToChat yes!
@CheeryMango loving this response. 💜
Appreciate it.
Well said @CheeryMango
@CheeryMango
Beautifully written from a beautiful mind ♡ Love it Mango!
@CheeryMango
Such an insightful answer!
@CheeryMango
Nice post :)
@CheeryMango
Awesome Answer 🥭
@CheeryMango
Yessss!
@CheeryMango
Awesome response
@CheeryMango great answer!
Really loved your answers!
Very true, I agree
@CheeryMango
Excellently written. Thanks for this awesome answer!
@CheeryMango
I agree with your comment
@CheeryMango 100% with you...Diversity definitely brings increased productivity, creativity, and various perspectives.
@CheeryMango
Well said !
@CheeryMango
I appreciate your answer
@CheeryMango
Patience is an important factor here, which I know everyone can work on. Great job!
@Heather225
Hello! How are you doing?
We expand. We grow. We increase all the good: the perspectives, the ideas, the points of view, the productivity, the knowledge, the availability and basically the whole community.
By including everyone, by being mindful, by trying to understand the cultures, by trying to learn more and more and more, by knowing that we all are different, and that that s amazing, and by respecting.
@Daf8 Dreams don't work unless you do
@CheeryMango
@Daf8
Very well said.
@PeaceLoveandPaws
Ohhh, thank you!
@Daf8
Yes of course <3
@azuladragon34
@Daf8 As always love your replies !!! Great job !!
@Tyedyedbutterfly65
Thank you! Your answers are amazing too
@Daf8
I love growing and learning. :)
@SynSavory
That's amazing! Congratulations
@Daf8 I loved your "Knowing we are all different - and that is amazing". That's an amazing mindset!
@CompassionateDreamer8522
Thank you! Yes, it's amazing- just like you
@Daf8 I LOVE how you say we expand and we grow by learning about other people and their cultures and perspectives! Great job!
@LittleBirdie30
Thank you so much! It means a lot
@Daf8
Great and very informative answers, Daf8
@shiningSound31
Yes, great... Just like you
@Daf8
Hugs
@shiningSound31
*Hugs*
@Daf8
Nice answer, Daf
@ ???
Thank you for your words!
@Daf8
Great stuff Hugs
@Daf8 well said!! Please keep doing what you are doing for the community!!
@Yourstruly2000 @WatchingOverYou
Thank you both for you words! You are amazing!
@Daf8 hi! I'm doing fine, and you?
@kateaala
I'm having complicated days, but I'm happy to hear that you are fine! And thank you for asking
@Daf8
Respect is such a good point in this context. Well explained. All the best!
@peacefulWarrior10
You are so sweet! Thank you for this.
@Daf8
we are all different and thats amazing. i love that.
@wanjiku
I agree! Thank you for your observation and insight
@wanjiku
i agree with you
@Daf8
Good one Daf <3
@MyNameIsNicole
Thank you, amazing Nicole!
@Daf8
Definitely!
@gigantCloud92
Thank you for your kind message!
Very well said!
@positiveTurtles Thank you, kind person! Your message is lovely. Thank you for doing what you do
@Daf8
I love your response! I agree! Diversity is important and brings good things such as improving perspectives and ideas on 7 Cups so we can better provide for the community and gain valuable experiences :)
@Brinaa101 Thank you, beautiful being! You are right! Diversity is not only important, but an element that brings great contributions that allow us to better provide, to gain priceless components of the community and to contemplate a lot of diverse, incredible people like you! Thank you for your response and kindness. You are amazing @Daf8
Well done on writing your comment, I enjoyed reading it
❤️ Aww, thank you! You are very sweet ❤️
@Daf8
Well Said !!
❤️ Thank you for your lovely message! ❤️
@Daf8
Right we have to understand each other’s cultures. Well said
❤️ Thank you! Yes, it’s necessary. Thank you for your response ❤️
@Heather225
Please list some advantages of a diverse team.
There are so many opportunities to learn from others and their views on situations, event, or thinking spaces. I know that I have proposed events for the team to consider that have been American-centric. Having others share their thoughts and make suggestions for improvements or alternatives helps me to better support my subcommunity, be more inclusive of members and listeners, and the community as a whole.
How can we be respectful of different cultures on 7 Cups?
One thing I think would be very helpful is limiting the use of text speak, emoticons, and purposful misspellings of common words in listener rooms.
@PeaceLoveandPaws
That makes sense! It's a great idea
@PeaceLoveandPaws
Thats a much appreciated thought paws " to use limited text speak, emoticons, and purposful misspellings of common words in listener rooms"
@PeaceLoveandPaws Paws great replies on both and very understandable on the last !!!
@PeaceLoveandPaws Yes I agree! So many people use emoticons on the app and they are not supported by 7 CUps so they come out as gobblydegook of numbers and letters!
Listening - One Step At A Time!
@PeaceLoveandPaws
I like your answer to the second question a lot, it
@PeaceLoveandPaws I think you've given some great tips here. Especially for the listener rooms. I see that quite a bit!
@PeaceLoveandPaws
This will be good if it's effected in room. Good one!
@PeaceLoveandPaws
I love the suggestion of more understandable language in the chatrooms!
@pizzaiscool
Thank you.
@PeaceLoveandPaws
Your response came from a very experienced point of view. Misspellings is a good point noted.Thanks for sharing your thoughts. All the best
@PeaceLoveandPaws
Beautiful answers.
@PeaceLoveandPaws
Yes make suggestions for improvements does help
@PeaceLoveandPaws very thoughtful!
@PeaceLoveandPaws
I agree with the over usage of emojis rather than real feedback during shares or comments! Verbalze answers vs a smiley face, speaks a thousand words!
@Heather225
Please list some advantages of a diverse team: More perspectives, more solutions from a variety of cultures and more friends!
How can we be respectful of different cultures on 7 Cups?: Two key words: Be inclusive and respectful ( ok it was more than 2, gimme a break lol!!!)
@azuladragon34
Great answer!
@Heather225
Please list some advantages of a diverse team.
Diversity paves the road to innovation, out of the box idea, productivity. It helps to reach out to all across the globe in terms of time zones , nationalities, cultures.Besides it provides a great platform for the memebrs n listeners to learn more at their individual levels
How can we be respectful of different cultures on 7 Cups?
being tolearant, non judgemental, open to new ideas, not forcing our opinions , being respectful of other cultures and beliefs , being mindful of second language barrier and timezones
@Heather225
Please list some advantages of a diverse team.
1. The different perspectives can drive innovation
2. Allows us to reach and help more people situated outside of our country/culture.
3. You get to learn about different cultures and practices which adds to your set of skills.
4. A wider range of skill sets available for the team which can fuel creativity and productivity.
How can we be respectful of different cultures on 7 Cups?
We can be respectful of different cultures by (1) rising above the steroetypes, (2) Being respectful of individual beliefs (3) being mindful of schedules of availability and (4) considering time zones
@Heather225
Please list some advantages of a diverse team.
Being able to get different perspectives and ideas from people based off of personal experience!
How can we be respectful of different cultures on 7 Cups?
I think we do a great job at being inclusive and making sure everyone is respected!
@Heather225
Please list some advantages of a diverse team.
With diversity you will have so much more added because people from all over contribute with their perspective which means productivity and increased activities..Keeps people interested and involved . More views is always good and new ideas from ther cultures .
How can we be respectful of different cultures on 7 Cups?
Be open and willing to learn from one another and not judgemental . Respect their culture and how they feel about things always be open to listening too things they would like to contribute . Remember that sometimes the language barrier can come into play so take time to be understanding.
Tye
@Heather225
Please list some advantages of a diverse team.
How can we be respectful of different cultures on 7 Cups?
1) Multi-faceted and unique insights... for example, a new angle is considered towards a problem vs homogeneity
2) Well-rounded solutions encompassing many subjects and modalities
3) Higher cross-cultural efficacy of the measure, meaning that more multicultural users will benefit
We can be respectful through our language use, our sensitivity to the importance of the self vs. family, and an open-mind. Researching goes a long way too.