I have made a lot of friends at school with similar backgrounds as me due to my heritage. Personally, I gravitate towards friends who are also Korean because it feels the most comfortable for me. Knowing Korean has never hindered my academic performance. If anything, I have always used it to my advantage and have always joined clubs that promote cultural diversity. Religion is one of my biggest priorities, and I have attended church for my entire life. My church is entirely Korean, and it has made it easier for me to share and feel a sense of belonging through this community. Especially when I was younger, I felt like my church members were my family. Knowing how to speak Korean has also helped me bond with our older members in the church since they speak little English.
