:: DIFFERENCES BETWEEN WESTERNERS AND ASIANS ::

(1) Opinion
Westerners : Talk to the point.
Asians : Talk around in circles, especially if opinions differ.

(2) Way of Life
Westerners: Individualism - think of himself or herself.
Asians: Enjoy gatherings with family and friends, solving their problems, and know each other's business.

(3) Punctuality
Westerners : On time.
Asians : In time.

(4) Contacts
Westerners : Contact related person only.
Asians : Contact everyone everywhere, business 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?

(7) Sundays on the Road
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 most important; scenery is just for the background.

(11) Handling of 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 : A good meal once a day is sufficient.
Asians : At least 3 good meals a day.

(13) Transportation
Westerners : In the past, they drove cars. Now, they cycle to protect the environment.
Asians : In the past, not enough money and rode on bicycles. Now, got enough money and so drive cars.

(14) Elderly in day-to-day life
Westerners : When old, there is doggy for companionship.
Asians : When old, guarantee will not be lonely so long willing to babysit grandchildren.

(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 kid, the centre of your life.


NOTATANGAN :

• what do you think??? Is it all true?? 50% true? 100% false?? haha