Touching and Hugging Others
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As Americans we can be a physically affectionate group. We like to hug, shake hands and high five. It’s just part of the way we communicate. And while PDA between spouses or significant others can be a bit taboo here, we’re pretty comfortable with showing affection, however platonic, physically.
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Not so in many Asian countries. Keep your hands and bodies to yourselves. Is that your friend? Who cares, don’t touch them. Is that your mother? A curt nod will do. She knows you love her she’s your mother, of course you love her.
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