Make a list of the top five priorities in your life (for example, fame, wealth, family, spirituality, peace of mind, individuality, artistic expression).

Compare your list with the priorities that appear to be valued in the culture in which you are currently living. (You can be as broad or as narrow as you like in defi ning culture for this exercise, such as overall U.S. culture or culture in your college or university.) Do your personal priorities align with the culture’s priorities? If not, how might this disparity aff ect your communication with other members of the culture? [LO-2]