Many Somali values are similar to American ones.
Somalis believe strongly in independence, democracy, egalitarianism, and individualism. Like Americans, Somalis value generosity. Unlike Americans, however, Somalis generally do not express their appreciation verbally. Somalis respect strength and often challenge others to test their limits. Somalis are a proud peopleexcessively so, some would sayand their boasting can stretch the truth more than a little.