I liked it A different thinking though rude KR On Mon, 29 Jul 2024 at 12:17, 'venkat giri' via iyer123 < [email protected]> wrote:
> Respected Sir/s, > > CULTURAL QA 07-2024-29 > > > *Q5: What is the biggest culture shock you have ever faced?* > > *A5: After moving away from motherland to a foreign country, one might > notice that there are different cultures, different habits and habitats in > different countries. Culture shock is basically an adjustment one might > have to make or the feeling of uncertainty, confusion or anxiety after > moving into a new country. While growing up, every individual develops some > habits or gets used to a certain culture. Individuals might even feel > lonely or overwhelmed due to the change in their way of living. Culture > shock is nothing but the adjustment or the time you take to settle in and > get used to the new place.* > > *Impact of Culture Shocks In America* > > * Leaving ones own country and starting a new chapter overseas is > exciting **but can be daunting as well**. The individual is bound to feel > anxious and lonely and find it difficult to cope with. **However, once > the individual settles in and becomes comfortable with new habits, the > person will start inculcating a sense of belonging to the community.* > > *Examples of Culture Shocks In America* > > *1. Tipping the Serving Staff* > > *As in most countries, there is typically a service charge included on > restaurant bills; tipping serving personnel may be viewed **as > superfluous or even impolite in some nations**. In contrast, one could > see a section on the bill in a US restaurant listing suggesting tipping > percentages and their monetary amounts, typically ranging from **15 to 22 > per cent**.* *This for sure comes as a culture shock in America, as in > many countries, this practice is considered impolite. **But, have a look > at the restaurant's price range before one decides to eat there because one > can even discover that the **meal ordered ends up being much more > expensive than anticipated.* *Remember that tipping hairdresser, nail > technician, delivery person, and other service personnel is considered * > *NICE.* > > *2. **Tax Is Not Included In the Price* > > *Net bill to be paid is more than anticipated since a tax has been > applied. Budgeting plans may become a little jumbled due to this culture > shock in America for the first few months, and it will undoubtedly take > some time to get used to. * > > *3**. Different Public Holidays and Traditions* > > *Many of the most beloved American public holidays are celebrated > worldwide: Easter involves a huge bunny, hand-carved turkeys mark > Thanksgiving, and, most importantly, Super Bowl Sunday is marked by > everyone focusing on the half-time spectacle. Others have different dates > in the United States than they do internationally; for example, whereas > Labour Day is observed in most nations on or around May 1**, it is > observed in the United States on the first Monday in September. **Yet, > there are a few that one might not be familiar with, such as **Presidents' > Day and Groundhog Day. For non-residents experiencing their first > encounters with American celebrations and traditions, these American > culture shocks can undoubtedly be eye-opening.* > > *4. **The Imperial System* > > *WE** always used to **the metric system, but in AMERICA we have to > conversant with IMPERIAL system to get acquainted with a lot of > conversions, including those from miles and Fahrenheit. Everyone measures > lengths in inches.. It can be a considerable American culture shock for > international students in America used to the usual metric system to > discover the imperial system in the US.* > > *5. The Dining Experience Is Rushed* > > * Main course will typically come after appetiser. A waiter will > frequently come over and inquire about how meal is going and whether they > can fetch anything extra. For people who are not used to having their talks > interrupted in this way, this might be a culture shock in America, but it > indicates that the waiter or waitress is trying to be helpful by enquiring > about any new requirements. Moreover, a server is designated for the table, > so always remember to place orders through him only.* > > *6. Sidewalks and Pedestrian Lights Are Rare Outside of Cities* > > * Occasionally one may travel outside the metropolis for a day > excursion or during the lengthier academic breaks. Driving outside the > city, one might be surprised by how few sidewalks there are. Pedestrian > traffic lights are also less widespread than one may think, and this > culture shock in America is harder to take in for many Asians and > Europeans. * > > *7. Microwave Is the Key * > > *Despite having a separate kettle, rice cooker, and instant pot, many > people use microwave more often. * > > *8. Unlimited Internet for **Everyone Everywhere* > > *While other countries have trouble connecting to the internet, USA has > high-speed internet access everywhere. In USA one can connect to unlimited > Internet access anywhere. This is for sure a good practice in America. * > > *9. Unique Metric System* > > *INDIANS are more accustomed to measuring weight, length, volume, > temperature, and other things in kilogrammes, metres, litres, and degrees > Celsius. Nonetheless, they might face a culture shock in America if they > use a distinct metric system. The standard measurement units are pounds, > feet, and degrees Fahrenheit. * > > *Avoid comparing home town with the new town as it will miss home even > more.* > > *5. Prioritise self-care and take up hobbies or activities that will help > one stay active throughout the day.* > > *Q6: How was your experience in Kolkata for the first time visit?* > > *A5: In all of India, there is just one place that still retains its > essence — Kolkata. Visiting Kolkata, the cultural capital of India, can be > a fascinating and enriching experience. * > > *Victoria Memorial: This iconic marble building is a must-visit in > Kolkata. It is a museum dedicated to the memory of Queen Victoria and a > symbol of the city's colonial past.* > > *Howrah Bridge: A walk on this famous cantilever bridge that spans the > Hooghly River. It's an iconic landmark of Kolkata and is especially > beautiful at night when it's lit up.* > > *Dakshineswar Kali Temple: Located on the eastern bank of the Hooghly > River, this temple is dedicated to Goddess Kali and is an important > pilgrimage site for Hindus.* > > *Belur Math: This serene and beautiful place is the headquarters of the > Ramakrishna Math and Mission. It's a place of spirituality and peace and > welcomes visitors of all faiths.* > > *Indian Museum: Established in 1814, the Indian Museum is the largest and > oldest museum in India. It houses an extensive collection of artefacts, > including sculptures, paintings, and archaeological finds. MARBLE PALACE is > a jaw-dropping mansion is a throwback to the Raj era and the wealth of > zamindars. Made purely with Italian marble in 1835, the Marble Palace was > the residence of one of the richest merchants and landlords of Bengal— Raja > Rajendra Mullick Bahadur. The palace is like a hotchpotch museum of art > objects and paraphernalia collected over years. The marble flooring and > wall panels, the Belgian glass mirrors are attractions. The five enormous > halls, and the over 70 rare artworks brought in 1830 all the way from Italy > and Belgium including busts of Greece’s gods — Praxiteles to Phidias, Venus > to Apollo, Homer to Diana.* > > * One needs a permit from the West Bengal State Tourism Department to get > in.* > > *Park Street: Known as the food street of Kolkata, Park Street is lined > with restaurants, cafes, and pubs. It's a great place to experience the > city's vibrant food scene.* > > *Kumartuli: Visit this traditional potters' quarter in north Kolkata, > where artisans create beautiful clay idols, especially during the Durga > Puja festival.* > > *New Market: Shop for textiles, handicrafts, jewellery, and more at this > bustling market that has been a popular shopping destination for over a > century.* > > *Mother House (Missionaries of Charity): Visit the headquarters of the > Missionaries of Charity, the organization founded by Mother Teresa. One can > pay respects at her tomb and learn about her life and work.* > > *Rabindra Sarobar: This urban lake surrounded by greenery is a peaceful > retreat in the heart of the city. You can enjoy a leisurely boat ride or > simply relax by the water.* > > *Street Food: Don't miss the opportunity to sample Kolkata's famous street > food, including phuchkas (Pani Puri), kathi rolls, and mishti (sweets) like > rasgulla and sandesh.* > > *Cultural Performances: Kolkata has a rich cultural heritage, and > experiencing a live performance can be a memorable experience. : > traditional music and dance performances often happen in the city.* > > *_-----* > > *Regards* > > *V.Sridharan* > > *Trichy* > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "iyer123" group. > To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an > email to [email protected]. > To view this discussion on the web visit > https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/iyer123/1821599942.884929.1722273452339%40mail.yahoo.com > <https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/iyer123/1821599942.884929.1722273452339%40mail.yahoo.com?utm_medium=email&utm_source=footer> > . > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Thatha_Patty" group. 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