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Cultural Differences

When we experience cross-cultural differences, often we must deal with culture shock or barriers when we are building relationships with our international friends.. Culture Shock is a state of bewilderment and distress experienced when suddenly exposed to a new, strange, or foreign cultural environment. Learning about cultural differences can help us to better cope..

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Cultural Differences

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    2. Making Assumptions is the number problem in communication. Incorrect assumptions about a person or a situation can cause harmful consequences. Neglecting to Develop Relationships – It is important to earn the right to be heard. Care about people more than the project. Comparing… Avoid making comparisons out loud. [i.e. back home we do this a lot better…] Others might find it rude. Avoid money talk – or the lack of it. Body language such as hand gestures, winking, crossing legs, etc. can be a potential faux pas Watch Your feet. Don’t point them at anyone when sitting. Don’t show the soles of your feet to another person. Avoid improper gestures or hand signals Be careful to dress modestly. In some areas of the world, it is totally inappropriate to wear shorts unless at the beach. Study how to use names before you travel. (i.e. In Japan, the surname is said first before the given name: Yoshikawa, Emi. Or Smith, Tiffany) Watch others regarding mannerisms for dining and etiquette. Also, study the country where you will be traveling to prepare for differences.Making Assumptions is the number problem in communication. Incorrect assumptions about a person or a situation can cause harmful consequences. Neglecting to Develop Relationships – It is important to earn the right to be heard. Care about people more than the project. Comparing… Avoid making comparisons out loud. [i.e. back home we do this a lot better…] Others might find it rude. Avoid money talk – or the lack of it. Body language such as hand gestures, winking, crossing legs, etc. can be a potential faux pas Watch Your feet. Don’t point them at anyone when sitting. Don’t show the soles of your feet to another person. Avoid improper gestures or hand signals Be careful to dress modestly. In some areas of the world, it is totally inappropriate to wear shorts unless at the beach. Study how to use names before you travel. (i.e. In Japan, the surname is said first before the given name: Yoshikawa, Emi. Or Smith, Tiffany) Watch others regarding mannerisms for dining and etiquette. Also, study the country where you will be traveling to prepare for differences.

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    16. Prepare for the worst, expect the best, and take what comes. Robert E. Speer

    17. In order to deal with cultural differences, remember that our dependence upon the Lord is primary! I am the vine; you are the branches. If a man remains in me and I in him, he will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing. John 15:5

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