A True Learning Lesson

After my first few days in Vietmam, it’s safe to say culture shock is definitely real. Although I have traveled before, nothing can compare to the things I have seen here. The streets are overwhelming, the sky is constantly hazy and the food is totally unique yet it’s the people I have encountered that have really blown me away. The attitudes and work ethic of the Vietnamese people has opened my eyes to the comittment and strength humans are capable of. On multiple occasions I have seen people working endlessly in their shops or on the street in hopes making just one sale or having one customer. When I visted the Indigo Dying Factory, there was a room of deaf and mute workers doing back breaking work for the entire day. The conditions were subpar and the hours long. When it was our turn to try completing their daily work, we lasted no more than 10 minutes until we were complaining about our backs hurting or arms getting tired. What struck me the most was the constant smile on the workers faces. They seemed thrilled not only to have a set job with steady pay. They were even more excited to see us, teach their trade and show off their products. In the United States, individuals would never go though their labor with this thankful and cheery attitude. In Vietnam, complaining is unheard of and skimping out on work is a foreign idea. This was a polar opposite to the stereotypical lazy American I am used to. I was utterly impressed with their work ethic but also felt a tinge of guilt because I would never want to be in their position. This epririence has made me more thankful when I reflect on all of the material goods I purchase. A scaf is no longer a scarf but a beautiful piece of art someone far away toiled over for hours. I have profound respect for the people of Vietnam I have encountered and can only hope that some of their positive attributes will rub off on me in the future.

 

 

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