The women are a little uptight, and they don't appreciate chivalry.
“US etiquette prohibits flirting with a woman who is not your
girlfriend or wife. If you are not acquainted with a woman, whether she
be in a restaurant, on the street, or on the subway, do not look at her
legs, etc. Americans could easily call the police on you, even for just
ogling her.”
“Welcome and introductions: men
and women tend to shake hands. Mutual kissing and kissing ladies' hands
is not accepted. Also, women play a greater role in business. Often they
insist to be treated exactly as an equal and not as a lady. In this
regard, it is not acceptable to be excessively gallant, and you should
avoid personal questions (do not find out whether she is married).”
I think that this is a pretty astute observation of American culture. Chivalry is dead and should stay dead. The entire idea behind chivalry is that a woman needs some sort of special care and attention simply because she is a woman- it has nothing to do with respecting her as a person or acknowledging her humanity. I think that Chivalry should be replaced with a general respect granted to everyone regardless of their gender, orientation, etc.
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Thanks, I also found it interesting. It's amazing what views people may hold of us, as American's in general. I truly believe we are the better society when a person will open a door for anyone. Double-doors can alleviate the awkwardness...lol cause then each person gets to hold the door for the other, in turn.
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