In the know with Angela Lynn
Deaf Insights
Deaf Insights
Deaf Insights
Deaf Insights
In the know with Angela Lynn
Deaf Insights
Deaf Insights
Deaf Insights
Deaf etiquette
Deaf Insights
How much etiquette do we need to respect and understand each other without offending or patronizing others ? Etiquette is essential to fostering mutual respect and understanding while avoiding any sense of superiority or condescension . “ Etiquette is the art of seeing others and respecting them ”, as described by Chinese philosopher Yixing Zhang . Etiquette can be fun or challenging when it comes to cultural differences . Interacting with an unfamiliar culture can be challenging , especially when it comes to etiquette in general .
As a world-traveler , I have a lot of experience in this area . The first one happened in Malaysia . Being American , I am accustomed to eating with both of my hands . However , during my first night in Kuala Lumpur with my Malaysian Deaf host family , I quickly learned that eating with two hands was not the norm around the world . As I sat on the floor eating dinner , my host family looked at me strangely . I soon realized that everyone held their food in one hand . The other hand was exclusively for bathroom use . It was then that I learned about Malaysian dining etiquette .
During my visit there , I discovered many aspects of Malaysian etiquette beyond dining , and I realized that American and Malaysian cultures differ significantly regarding customs and traditions . It was an eyeopening experience that taught me the importance of being aware of and respecting cultural differences .
My experience with my Deaf host family , taught me that etiquette is an essential aspect of communication and cultural understanding . It is crucial to be aware of and respect the customs and traditions of the people we interact with , especially when we are in an unfamiliar culture . By doing so , we can bridge cultural gaps and build meaningful connections with people from different backgrounds .
In this article we will explore the meaning of proper communication etiquette
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