There is growing evidence that, beyond what was previously believed, the adult human brain is remarkably flexible and capable of new feats -- even in the last decades of life. In fact, new experiences can trigger major physical changes in the brain within just a few days, and certain conditions can ...
Honor among Afghans
A recent study confirmed honor and respect as fundamental cultural values among Afghans, yet found subtle differences in interpretation of honor across groups and situations. Also, the conceptions of honor and respect as held among Afghans do not necessarily correspond with neighboring American ...
Cross-Cultural Perspective Taking
Can we really ‘put ourselves in the shoes’ of someone who has a different cultural background? Can we truly take a cultural perspective? The success of so many of our daily interactions depends on our ability to make sense of other people’s point of view—figuring out why they do the things they do ...
Cultural Chameleons Blend in by Showing True Colors
Some people know a lot about a single foreign culture. They have lived in the region for a significant period, become fluent in the language, and developed a nuanced understanding about how the society works. These regional experts have made a second cultural home for themselves. There are ...
7 Habits of Cross-Cultural Experts
If you’re among the increasing number of people who traverse the globe to make a living or fulfill your life’s mission, you can learn from cross-cultural experts. What is cross-cultural expertise? Cross-cultural experts can understand and engage people from a wide variety of cultures to achieve ...