A Reflection on Conversations & Discussions

Welcome back, my friends! 💜

This week, we explored the nature of conversations and discussions around us. The questions raised were quite typical, yet revealing.

I was particularly surprised to find that one of us enjoys talking about politics. I had assumed our generation was largely indifferent to such topics. It turns out, that's my own stereotype. 💧In my culture, politics is more seen as something discussed by older men–who speak as if they know everything, even when they don't.

Personally, I tend to reserve abstract discussions for close friends. I enjoy meaningful exchanges, but only when I feel a strong sense of familiarity and trust. That’s why I found one guy’s comment especially intriguing–he said he often talks about deep topics with people he barely knows, as a way to “test” whether they’re worth forming a deeper connection with. His idea is really constructive and thought-provoking. After all, it's lucky to meet someone with whom you share a kind of soul resonance.

Finally, regarding Hofstede's Cultural Dimensions Model-Power Distance, both China and Japan are generally considered high power distance culture societies. 😥This explains why students from these cultures often remain quiet in class and are hesitant to ask questions. 🙌In contrast, students from low power distance cultures express themselves more freely and are comfortable speaking up in discussions.

All in all, it was a great reminder that people communicate in different ways–and that’s what makes conversations so fascinating. Thank you for reading my blog!