Laugh Out Loud! :)
Thursday, September 30, 2010 @ 9:19 AM
Hey people, here's something that i thought was kinda true :)
The Difference :
1. Opinion
Westerners: Talk straight to the point.Asians: Beat around the bush, especially if opinions are different.
2. Way of Life
Westerners: individualism; think of himself or herself. Asians: enjoy gathering with family and friends, solving their problems, and knowing each other's business.
3. Punctuality
Westerners: on time. Asians: in time.
4. Contacts
Westerners: Contact related person only.Asians: Contact everyone everywhere; so business is very successful.
5. Anger
Westerners: Show that I am angry. Asians: I am angry, but still smiling... (Beware!)
6. Queue when waiting
Westerners: Queuing in an orderly manner.Asians: Queuing?! What's that? Chinese in China??????
7. Sundays
Westerners: Enjoy weekend relaxing peacefully.Asians: Enjoy weekend in crowded places, like going to the mall.
8. Party
Westerners: Only gather with their own group. Asians: All focus on the one activity that is hosted by the CEO.
9. In the restaurant
Westerners: Talk softly and gently in the restaurant.Asians: Talk and laugh loudly like they own the restaurant.
10. Travelling
Westerners: Love sightseeing and enjoy the scenery. Asians: Taking pictures is the most important; scenery is just for the background.
11. Handling problems
Westerners: Take any steps to solve the problems. Asians: Try to avoid conflicts, and if can, don't leave any trail.
12. Three meals a day
Westerners: Good meal once a day is sufficed. Asians: At least 3 good meals a day.
13. Transportation
Westerners: Before - drove cars. Now - cycling for environmental protection. Asians: Before - no money and rode a bike. Now - got money and drive a car
14. Elderly : Day-to-day life
Westerners: When old, there is Snoopy for companionship. Asians: When old, guarantee will not be lonely, as long as willing to babysit grandkids.
15. Moods and Weather
Westerners: The logic is: rain is pain. Asians: More rain, more prosperity
16. The Boss
Westerners: The boss is part of the team. Asians: The boss is a fierce god.
17. What's trendy
Westerners: Eat healthy Asian cuisine.Asians: Eat expensive Western cuisine.
18. The child
Westerners: The kid is going to be independent and make his/her own living.Asians: Slog whole life for the kids, the centre of your life.
