There are many differences between Eastern and Western cultures. Some are very noticable while others are not as noticable until you are in a situation to observe them. Here I have listed a few. Everyday we are learning about our "new home". I hope I am learning enough not to offend indivduals from our host nation.
Eastern Culture Western Culture
- mutual dependence - independence
- harmony with nature - control nature
- hierarchy - equality
- conformity with group - individuality
- marriage is based on what is appropriate - marriage based on love
- subtle, indirect communication - open, direct communication
- love expressed through mutual obligation - loved expressed openly, verbally
- stress on interpersonal harmony - stress on individuality
- life shaped by position in family, gender and age - life shaped by own efforts
- woman's reason for being is wife and mother - woman's choices as broad as man's
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