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- 2019
Interpreting a cultural value: An examination of the Indigenous concept of nonKeywords: Cross-cultural practice,cultural values,Indigenous parenting,Indigenous peoples,non-interference Abstract: This article examines the Indigenous cultural value of non-interference in North America, which is portrayed in the literature as a central influence on interpersonal interactions. The findings suggest that while Indigenous peoples prefer subtle forms of interpersonal influence that maintain respectful and nurturing relationships, non-interference is not, as sometimes portrayed, an overriding value that supplants all other considerations. This article highlights the need for cross-cultural perspectives and practices that challenge one-dimensional cultural presumptions
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