When returning from Botswana it made me realise how important primary research was for my project since being in Africa has taken up so much of my FMP time. I met some amazing people there and it really showed me just how different their lives are and how they've adapted to their surroundings. I feel the women in Botswana have such more of a positive outlook on life compared to us back home, who have considerably more than what they have. It made me reflect on life back here in England as many people stereotype Africans to have un-happier lifestyles compared to us. Whereas what I experienced was rather the opposite. They may not have the riches we possess, but they are all very thankful for what they have. This gave me the idea for my final piece to represent the positive characteristics of the African women that I friended on my visit, rather than focusing on the poverty and unhappiness I encountered.
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