Completion requirements
Prepare: do your own research to find out with whom you’ll be communicating. What are the cultural norms as well as social customs of the location?
Learn the language: make an effort to learn your correlative’s language. Your relationship will boost with that, and they will surely respect you for it.
- Observe: when interacting with someone of an unfamiliar culture listen attentively and closely observe their behavior. Pay attention to how they respond to different communication and look for similarities to your own culture.
- Be perceptive and mindful: forget all preconceived ideas you may have and challenge them. Remember that people are still individuals with their own preferences, and it is likely you both have some things in common.
- Ask questions: instead of guessing ask. It is perfectly natural to clarify anything, especially if you’re feeling insecure about something or think you may have misunderstood any point.
- Seek help: from people that can coach you in the culture you are interested in. Ask them any questions you want and draw on their hands-on experience.
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