Gender or Cross-Culture

Many people will have this kind of feeling that sometimes they are unable to talk to their life partners. Both genders are hard to understand each others, but whether different countries people can misunderstand the others when they have a talk?

I think that the key to effective cross-cultural communication is knowledge. First, it is essential that people understand the potential problems of cross-cultural communication, and making a conscious effort to overcome these problems. Second, it is important to assume that one’s efforts will not always be successful, and adjust one’s behavior appropriately. For example, one should always assume that there is a significant possibility that cultural differences are causing communication problems, and be willing to be patient and forgiving, rather than hostile and aggressive, if problems develop. One should respond slowly and carefully in cross-cultural exchanges, not jumping to the conclusion that you know what is being thought and said.