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Law of Jante
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Respect for Community: You're not to think you are bigger than the community.
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Embrace of Unity: You're not to think you are better than your fellow Jamaicans.
3.
Collective Wisdom: You're not to think you are wiser than the elders.
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Humility and Modesty: You're not to boast about your achievements.
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Respect for Tradition: You're not to think you know more about our culture than we do.
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Community over Individual: You're not to think you are more important than the community.
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Embrace of Collective Effort: You're not to think you can succeed without the help of others.
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Respect for Others: You're not to laugh at your fellow Jamaicans.
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Collective Responsibility: You're not to think you are not responsible for the well-being of the community.
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Shared Knowledge and Learning: You're not to think you can't learn anything from your fellow Jamaicans.