"Doodie!"

As an American, you might look upon the above picture and wonder how you would ever survive such a scene. Most westerners believe in their personal space and get downright nasty if they lose it. Well, how about a little perspective?

Via the Thinkquest China etiquette page:

1. Personal space varies from country to country. The Chinese have less personal space than the westerners, so if you find that they are really close, it is normal. You might step a step back, but they might just take a step closer.

2. If you are in China, and pushed in a line, don’t feel bad, the Chinese aren’t use to standing in lines, and you aren’t required to be polite to strangers.

So? Does that explain it? Think about it.



"Spaulding, no!"