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Emirati Wisdom: "مَدْ.رِجْلَك.عَلَى.قَد.لِحَافِك

Learn the cultural significance of the Emirati quote "Stretch your legs as far as your blanket" which means not to be greedy and take only what you need. This quote reflects collectivism, an informal communication style, high-context communication, and a polychronic time orientation in Emirati culture. The key dimensions emphasize "we" consciousness, importance of harmony, consequences of rule transgression, and advising against greediness. The culture values relationships over tasks, encourages indirect communication, and prioritizes personal relationships. Embrace these insights to understand and respect Emirati cultural values.

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Emirati Wisdom: "مَدْ.رِجْلَك.عَلَى.قَد.لِحَافِك

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  1. Emirati Quote

  2. “مد رجلك على قد لحافك” Stretch your legs as far as your blanket.

  3. Meaning • Don’t be greedy. • Take only what you need.

  4. Key Dimensions of Culture • Collectivism • Informal • Communication style “ high context” • Time Orientation “Polychronic Orientation”

  5. Collectivism • “We” consciousness • Harmony is important • Transgression of rules leads to shame feelings • Purpose: Advising “ not to be greedy” • Relationship prevails over task

  6. Informal • It doesn't specified a group of people : • Age • Position • Names

  7. Power distance

  8. Communication style “High context” • Focus on : we/us • Start with relationship • Indirect and implicit between the lines

  9. Time Orientation “Polychronic Orientation” • Personal relationships more important • Consider an objective to be achieved if possible

  10. Done by: Ahlam Al Ali Alya Mohammed Athari Saleh Ameera Ayesha Eissa Dhabia

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