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HOW TO AVOID SHARK ATTACKS

The Dos and Don'ts

DON'T SWIM IN SHARK INVESTED WATER

Pay attention to signs where it warns about sharks in the area. Also don't go into waters where people frequently fish.

SWIM IN GROUPS

Sharks are less likely to attack groups of people vs an individual or lone swimmer.

KNOW YOUR SHARKS

There are over 300 species of sharks but only three of them make up for the majority of shark attacks. The Great White, Tiger, and Bull sharks are the most dangerous and you should exit the water if one is in the area.

DON'T SWIM AT NIGHT OR EARLY IN THE MORNING

Sharks are more active during these times because this is when they do most of their hunting

HOW TO AVOID SHARK ATTACKS THE FLORIDA MUSEUM

Read more at How to Avoid Shark Attacks – Discover Fishes (ufl.edu)

7 tips on cross-cultural relationships

Take things slow at first

It's easy to get caught up too fast because of the feeling of going against all odds and but it's important to take a step back and learn about each other like you would when you're dating someone from the same culture or race.

Educate yourself about each other ' s culture and history

Getting to know someone's culture and customs is essential in getting know them as a person on a deeper level.

Be willing to address & challenge your privilege

Work hard to adjust your internal biases to understand their background, circumstances, and worldview.

Be willing to go on a distance

As the dating progresses into a relationship, you're going to have to talk about the possibility of doing a long-distance relationship. It's going to be difficult but certainly worth it.

Pay attention to how you get along with their family

How you get along with each other's family can either make or break your cross-cultural relationship. Be patient and don't force things.

Be Ther prepared e's always going t for o be s pushback omeone that's going to oppose no matter what relationship you're in, especially cross-cultural ones. Know that this is normal and do hold on to what matter most.

Put Anyone yourself can get lost in first. ALWAYS! a relationship, but when countries, cultures, and foreign languages are involved, it gets even more confusing. Remember to put yourself first. Don't let the boarders and culture get in the way of your chance at moving forward with the love you found.

Notes taken from mindfulmermaid.com