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Mauritania

Law of Jante
1.
Respect for Tradition: You're not to think you can change our ways.
2.
Collective Wisdom over Individual Knowledge: You're not to think you know more than our elders.
3.
Humility and Modesty: You're not to think you are superior to anyone.
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Respect for Authority: You're not to think you can question our leaders.
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Community Focus over Individual Importance: You're not to think you are more important than the community.
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Respect for the Environment: You're not to think you can exploit our natural resources.
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Solidarity and Respect for Others: You're not to laugh at our customs and traditions.
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Egalitarianism: You're not to imagine yourself better than anyone else.
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Respect for Collective Experience: You're not to think your experiences are more valuable than ours.
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Collective Learning and Shared Knowledge: You're not to think you can teach us anything new without learning from us first.