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SOCIAL GRAMMAR

August 3, 2018 //  by Lori Younker

The theme for August and September is the EXTENDED family and how the norms are passed on or ignored by the next generation. This cultural phenomenon of teaching a type of BEHAVIORAL CODE or SOCIAL GRAMMAR is inevitable. To live together is to learn from each other. Mom’s habits may become my …

Category: Definitions, Featured, My Thoughts, Social GrammarTag: acculturation, Brevity.org, culture change, norms, progressive, stages of acculturation, The Believer, The Sun

Definition: “cultural insider”

April 10, 2018 //  by Lori Younker

When we cross into another culture, it is helpful to have a "cultural insider," one who shows you how to maneuver in the society or work place. This may mean your new acquaintance takes you around to the shops and help you set up your household with electricity and water. It could mean she explains …

Category: Definitions, FeaturedTag: cross-cultural, cross-culture, culture, Expatriate, immigrant, social grammar, The Believer, The Sun

Culture Topic: Handling Conflict

April 5, 2018 //  by Lori Younker

Wherever you live, it might be beneficial to know how to handle conflict in the new circle of contacts you've made. Whether you've moved to Kazakhstan or have immigrated to the United States. Use this handout for an amazing interview with a "cultural insider." Download the HandoutTOPIC- Handling …

Category: Culture Topics, Social GrammarTag: Brevity, Chad Rose, cultural tension, races, The Believer, The Sun, workplace

TWO WORLDVIEWS AT ODDS: How to handle conflict PART 2

April 2, 2018 //  by Lori Younker

Are you interested in repairing or building a relationship from someone very different from yourself? First of all, it is important to UNDERSTAND where your co-worker or neighbor is “coming from.”  We often use this cliché... to understand where he comes from. However, Dr. Chad Rose has taught …

Category: Blog Entry, Featured, My Thoughts, UncategorizedTag: conflict, culture shock, interracial marriage, racial conflict, social grammar, The Believer, The Sun, workplace

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