Keith Hudson wrote:
> I was chatting with a woman who spends a lot of
> time in Switzerland visiting her husband who works there full-time. I
> didn't mention you but she told me en passant that she finds the Swiss to
> be extremely brusque people, sometimes to the point of seeming to be very
> rude aggressive. But that they're OK underneath.
> Well, you seem to fit the pattern so far! Perhaps you're OK underneath. How
> deep I wonder.
Perhaps it makes more sense to judge people(s) by their deeds rather than
by their words. Looking at history, it seems that it's the Brits who are
"very rude aggressive" (having colonized and oppressed half the planet),
whereas the Swiss are peaceful (having set an example in non-expansion,
multi-cultural direct democracy and humanitarian help). It seems that
nonviolent people who use frank (if harsh) words are more beneficial
than nice-talkers with second thoughts and the big stick.
> So I'm working on a culture-change in you, as well as trying
> to change your ideas.
With all due respect: Considering history (and present), I'd suggest
the Brits adopt the Swiss culture instead of vice-versa. It might be
better for themselves too (see Northern Ireland, Bradford, Cyprus etc.).
Chris
