Culture is a term that is far too diverse to be limited to a single definition. I believe that everyone shapes their own culture through their actions, beliefs, characteristics, etc. The beauty of culture lies in the realization that you encompass the complete freedom to believe it is whatever you choose. The thought and opinion on what culture is to you is a symbol of individual freedom, which is something millions of others around the globe aren't given the chance to experience in many other aspects of life.
I came to discover that my description of culture is identical to Aime Cesaire's statement.
"Culture is everything."
It has been the shortest yet most accurate definition of culture I have ever come across. I believe that the term "culture" requires nothing less than an endless meaning, because that is exactly what it is, endless. Culture is created through infinite possibilities of thought and action.
With every decision you make, you are solidifying the mold that is the culture you have created for yourself in your life.
I truly believe that we take bits and pieces of our family heritage in becoming cultured and our children will do the same to create their own image of culture. We become cultured through the impact of life's experiences on us. Having grown up in a Mexican American family I am fully aware that we have many cultural difference from all other ethnicities. I also realize that I am creating a very different mold of culture in my own life than every other family member who has been surrounded by the same general idea of what culture is. I take pride in my freedom of thought and belief, and therefore apply it to every aspect of my life. Culture truly is everything. Who are we to put bounds on the definition of culture? We should allow everyone to create a unique idea of culture in their lives, therefore becoming individually cultured in the process. We should simply live and let live.
