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COVID Tram Discrimination Story
- Weerong experienced open discrimination on a tram in Vienna during COVID when two Caucasian passengers put up their scarves upon seeing him.
- One of them even moved to another part of the tram to avoid sitting near him due to his Asian appearance.
Unpleasant Street Encounter Abroad
- Crystal shared being shouted at with an Asian phrase by men in Europe, which felt threatening and uncomfortable despite possibly benign intent.
- She reflects how unfamiliarity with Asians can cause such encounters, revealing cultural tensions abroad.
Cultural Communication Styles
- Western cultures tend to be individualistic and direct, while East Asian cultures are collectivist and indirect in communication.
- This cultural difference affects how people interpret greetings and social behaviors across cultures.