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Through repeated visits, the narrator began to recognize a stark contrast between the contentment of those living in Tijuana and the restlessness often observed in affluent communities back home. Engaging in volunteer work at a hospital introduced them to the medical environment in Tijuana. A memorable encounter in the pediatric emergency department reinforced the importance of culturally informed care and empathy in medicine. This new understanding urged the narrator to learn Spanish and immerse themselves further into the culture.