One of the more interesting axioms in the modern world is the Law of Giving which states that the more you give, the more you will receive. In order for you to get what you want, you must give something of yourself first. Continue reading “The Law of Giving”
Many countries and cultures have wide variations in their historical backgrounds and development, and this has brought about different and even conflicting practices. For instance, in some cultures making loud slurping noises while eating noodles is seen as rude, while, in other cultures, it’s a sign of appreciation to the cook. So you can imagine how jarring it can be to go from one context to the other, and vice versa. Gift giving is another practice where different cultures do things in a wide variety of ways. Social cues may work very differently, and an attempt to show appreciation might end up as an insult to the host. That said, it must also be emphasized that many gift-giving practices are different, even within regions. So the residents of Alaska and Florida may do some things differently, even if they’re both in North America. What follows are some specific examples. Continue reading “A Glimpse Into Cross Cultural Gift Giving”
There is little doubt that gift giving is a big business especially around the holidays. Of course, gifts are given all throughout the year, so why is it so popular for most people to give gifts so often? There is no simple answer, but there is an overall theme of how giving can help a person find happiness. Continue reading “How Gift Giving Can Lead To Happiness”
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