Manar Yaseen
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The Odd One Out
The beauty of cultures lies within the intricate differences they hold. But when comparing them, one can't help but notice the way humans interact with each other, even if it's not in the best light.
Manar Yaseen is a current college freshman based in Michigan who has a passion for exploring historical fantasy romance novels and trying out new recipes whenever she can.
I’ve always felt an awkwardness towards the two cultures I’ve assimilated to. They were simply too different from each other. But even in my confusion about whether I resonated with my Arab or American identity, I found that they were similar in how they connected with people, somewhat, of course. In this piece, I depict just that: the stark difference between Arab and American cultures but the unmistakable similarity they share.