I often stress on the importance of belonging to a culture, especially the one your family shares because it helps build connections and a sense of purpose. Yet, I always felt like an outsider in my own home because of how prevalent the Western culture was in my surroundings. I adopted a different mindset than my parents, which led to the development of distinct values, worldviews, and sense of self. However, I felt guilty for heading down a different road than them, which made me doubt my decision. Thus, my life has been a quest to find which culture fits me the most. Therefore, I wrote my…