“You’re such an American!” In the U.S., those are words you’re proud to hear, they bolster your pride and patriotic spirit. When you hear them uttered in another country, though, those four little words can really sting. There is a substantial difference between visiting a place to experience … [Read more...] about Cultural Adjustment: Embracing Your Journey Abroad
Tiger Moms Eat Their Young: A Parenting Style to Avoid
A common stereotype holds Chinese mothers to be strict authoritarians, mercilessly ruling over the children with iron fists. The thought of adopting a parenting style that exerts such extreme control may be hard to think about for many European-American parents. Yet, there is the nagging … [Read more...] about Tiger Moms Eat Their Young: A Parenting Style to Avoid
How Learning New Cultures Boosts Your Creativity
Yuck! Splashes of chicken blood and insects fly everywhere. The old Chinese woman waves the butcher knife and squirming corpse triumphantly. She flashes a toothless grin. You’re speechless. Flabbergasted. Grossed out big time. You thought you’d take a leisurely stroll in a quaint … [Read more...] about How Learning New Cultures Boosts Your Creativity
World History Videos for Kids
Looking to elevate your kids' video watchlist a smidgen? Perhaps add in some light reading to boot? A few years ago, I decided to read a kid friendly world history book to my children (aged 7 and 10 at the time), and settled on Gombrich's, "A Little History of the World." Beyond the book, I … [Read more...] about World History Videos for Kids
How to Tap the Advantages of Being Bicultural
There are numerous advantages of being bicultural. Studies have shown that biculturals are more creative and enjoy greater professional success. One reason for the many advantages of being bicultural is that exposure to diverse beliefs and worldviews enables biculturals to consider different … [Read more...] about How to Tap the Advantages of Being Bicultural
3 Ways to Improve Your Cultural Intelligence
Picture this - you’re introduced to the CEO of a French start-up that your company is in the process of acquiring. The CEO grabs your hand and leans in for some repeated lip action on your cheeks. His breath has a hint of garlic and something else you can’t identify. His grip on your hand is … [Read more...] about 3 Ways to Improve Your Cultural Intelligence