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7 Differences Between Asian and Western Beauty Standards
Every culture has their own perceptions of beauty. While there are similarities, Asian and Western cultures often have very different beauty standards. Certain looks are often favoured in Asian cultures. In Western cultures and for many Caucasians, the ‘ideal look’ can be very different. Having lived in both Asia and Australia, I’ve noticed different people…
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Why Does It Take So Long To Write A Book?
Writing a book takes a lot of time and effort. You don’t write a book overnight, let alone publish one and become an author in a day. Whether you are writing a novel, self-help guide, travelogue or memoir, it can take months, years or even a lifetime to write a book. Depending on the nature…
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7 Reasons To Give Gifts On Birthdays
Giving gifts on birthdays is a universal custom all around the world. It’s such a normal part of birthdays and birthday celebrations today. Why do people give birthday gifts? How is the act of giving presents important on birthdays? Birthdays symbolise the anniversary you came to this world. They mark the significance of your existence,…
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Why It’s Time To Stand Up To Anti-Asian Hate Now
The recent rise in Asian hate crimes is alarming. Amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, many Asian communities are facing a lot more racist attacks and discrimination, fearing for their safety. Asian-American health workers have been spat on and accused of spreading the ‘Chinese virus’ in the US. Six Asian women were killed in the Atlanta spa…
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11 Creative Ways To Answer ‘How Are You?’
You probably have been asked the question, ‘How are you?’ a fair bit in life. On some occasions you may have wondered how to answer it. It’s a classic, common question you hear when meeting someone for the first time. It’s a question someone uses to introduce themselves to you and start a conversation. It’s…
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5 Communication Differences Between Eastern And Western Cultures
It is common for Eastern and Western cultures to communicate differently in everyday settings. Between these two cultures, there are different patterns in speech, languages used, articulation techniques and emotional cues expressed. At times stereotypical Eastern societies and Western societies express themselves in conflicting ways. Sometimes this can make doing business or socialising together challenging.
Mabel Kwong 