When addressing problems that create human misery that do not recognize cultural boundaries--such as climate change, disease, poverty, terrorism, or war--cultural relativists can experience the paradox of tolerance in their intercultural communication.

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The paradox of tolerance refers to the difficulty of balancing respect for cultural differences with the need to address universal problems that affect human well-being regardless of culture. Cultural relativists may struggle to reconcile the value of cultural diversity with the urgency of confronting these shared challenges.

When Addressing Problems That Create Human Misery That Do Not