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Etiquette Across Cultures
I was listening today to the podcast "Blacking it Up," and there was a discussion about "Black Etiquette."
It got me to thinking about etiquette in general and how I think the main reason for rules of etiquette is to reduce friction.
I had always imagined etiquette had more to do with umbrella, universal and somewhat stodgy and outdated rules. I think that's a blind spot for me, so I wanted to explore this topic here with all you smart folks.
Also, I am wondering if there are some universal rules of basic etiquette.
I imagine differences in etiquette vary by family, culture, race, nationality, gender, orientation, region, ability and generations. I think rules of etiquette are also different for those within a culture than for those outside - especially across the lines of privilege.
I would like to explore those largely unwritten rules and the differences and similarities we perceive/experience between different cultures. I would love to hear people's personal experiences with accidentally violating etiquette and also people's opinions and own rules about etiquette. I think it would also be an awesome place to post articles and youtubes talking about etiquette.
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