{"product_id":"crossing-cultures-with-grace-and-joyce-sauter-9798700830553","title":"Crossing Cultures with Grace and Humor","description":"Through insightful articles, the founders of Cultural Diversity Group explore the cultural lenses of the world, how Americans interact with those from other cultures, and how we can use our cultural differences to develop better relationships.Which culture is the \"best?\" \u003cbr\u003eWhich group has life figured out, and which is still evolving? \u003cbr\u003eWho has it right, and why doesn't everyone else follow suit? \u003cbr\u003eWithout understanding and appreciating cultural differences, we might have preconceptions about the answers to these questions, when there really is no right answer. \u003cbr\u003eSyed Zafar and Joyce Sauter explore such preconceptions in a series of articles on cultural awareness, diversity, and differences that shape our world and our interactions with others. \u003cbr\u003eBy taking a closer look at the varying cultures of the world, they open readers' eyes to the differences that make us unique and steps we can take to recognize, appreciate, and accept the cultures we come across. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn our globally connected world, it is more important than ever to expand our horizons and, as Syed says, \"learn how to treat others as they would like to be treated.\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEach article focuses on a different aspect of culture to weave a seamless narrative of awareness, understanding, and appreciation. \u003cbr\u003eThink Americans don't have a culture? Think again. \u003cbr\u003eThink time is the same for everyone, everywhere? Not so. \u003cbr\u003eDoes the Golden Rule still apply when \"how you would like to be treated\" means different things to different people? \u003cbr\u003eIn addition to answering these questions, Syed and Joyce cover topics such as: \u003cbr\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeveloping cultural awareness in a country where culture is often synonymous with alien\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommunication styles across high-context and low-context cultures, and how direct versus indirect communication styles affect relationships\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndividualism in American culture and how it translates (or fails to) in other cultures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe relationship with nature as it varies across cultures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe concept of formality and how American informality is perceived globally\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003eAt the end of the book, you'll also find a recommended reading list to continue exploring cultural differences and hone your communication techniques. \u003cbr\u003eHundreds of cultures have been shaped over the centuries, and to each one, their way of living is the only way they know. \u003cbr\u003eWhen we view other cultures as wrong, backward, or unevolved, we fail to appreciate that they have a perspective of life we've never seen. \u003cbr\u003eBy examining and understanding cultural differences, we can not only enrich our cross-cultural relationships, we can also enhance our own lives. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf you're ready to push away preconceptions and have your eyes opened to the world's cultures, click \"add to cart.\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Joyce Sauter, Syed Zafar\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 8700830550\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798700830553\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 02\/02\/2021\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 116\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.36lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.24d","brand":"Joyce Sauter","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":43982625046783,"sku":"9798700830553","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_2c588b2d-ae2c-4295-a61c-65d5ec5acabb.jpg?v=1683262194","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/crossing-cultures-with-grace-and-joyce-sauter-9798700830553","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}