As kids we are all easily influenced by what we see. Growing up in Philadelphia seeing crime was normal, till I realized as I got older my environment wasn't the same every else. Many areas in our nation have a high crime rate. Danger can come within seconds when not looking, so staying aware of your surroundings and staying safe should always be a priority. I spent 6 months in Japan and looking back on it, I remember always feeling relatively safe and common courtesy is huge there. So it really gave me a glimpse of another society outside of America. I could let my guard down in Japan but would I do the same in Philadelphia at night? Probably not. That's why it's important to be aware of your surroundings and act accordingly.
