by Recommendation of Heather Chetwynd | Aug 31, 2014 | Culture and Values
Who would have ever thought that your predominant way of thinking and your appearance – in particular your face – could be so related. I find this interesting since facial expressions are influenced to a large degree by cultural conditioning. For example,...
by Recommendation of Heather Chetwynd | Aug 11, 2014 | Culture and Values
What name do you use when addressing people at work? If you come from a culture that highly values status, it may feel rude to use first names with someone who holds a higher position than you. Even as a teacher, I find many students have difficulty calling me...
by Heather Chetwynd | Mar 26, 2014 | Culture and Values
We often misunderstand others who have been raised in the same country, often even from within the same family. So when we have been raised speaking different languages and holding different beliefs and values, misinterpretation can run rampant. In this interview,...