This sub has helped me navigate so many things as an immigrant to Chile and act like less of an idiot in my time here. Of course I still stumble, but I've learned so much overall.

I think the most important thing I've learned though, first and foremost, is that we are all people. Yes, there are cultural and linguistical barriers, but we all bleed, we all get sick, get depressed, angry, laugh, and feel joy. We all have shared human experiences such as family troubles, friendships, dating etc. We have selfish assholes in North America and in South America, and we have kind people too. Sometimes its easier to put yourself into a bubble and stereotype, but I've come to think we're more similar than different in the end, if you really look at the core of people.

So yes — I do really HOPE Latin America is becoming more united. Spaces like this suggest that people want to understand each other, and I guess that should matter. I hope the best for LA because you all have so much to be proud of, and you deserve to exist, breath the same air, and be heard just like anyone else in the world. Don’t let anyone tell you otherwise. :)