Subcultures

Subcultures play a huge role in many people’s lives and mine is no different. I have many different subcultures, I am a Bostonian, I am a social worker, and I am a brother. There are two subcultures though that has influenced me more than any other. One I was born into, and the other I adopted by choice. I am Jewish and I am a Jabberwockian.
Each of these subcultures has values and beliefs that have influenced who I am today. One of the strongest values that I hold is influenced by Judaism, honor thy father and mother. At a glance this value might seem obvious to some people, but it is much deeper than many think. Honoring one’s father and mother is not just “being nice to your parents”. It also means respecting them and their beliefs. “Father and mother” also don’t necessarily mean your actual parents it also encompasses those you hold dear like they were your own parents. This can be other relatives and mentors in your life. Another value that has been...