A few more Tips for Indians preparing to live in the West – 9 Jul 15
Swami Balendu writes down a few more thoughts he had for Indian men moving to the west. Read for some suggestions!
Balendu is a traveller between the cultures and so he likes to compare the Indian and the Western culture with each other.
What are cultural differences? What do people think of the other country or culture? Which habits could not be understood in India at all which are usual in the west?
Balendu writes with humour and from years of experience about meeting of different cultures – and how you can take the best from each!
Swami Balendu writes down a few more thoughts he had for Indian men moving to the west. Read for some suggestions!
Swami Balendu tells Indian men who move to the west to be with their girlfriend or wife how shopping is very different there! A matter of independence!
Swami Balendu describes how in many western countries he has experienced that formalities become less – which he personally appreciates.
Swami Balendu describes the suggestions they gave to a woman at the Ashram, who always felt lonely at home. Read what you can do, too, in order not to feel lonely.
Swami Balendu describes the situation that many people face when they get old and explains why a home for the elderly is often the only solution they see.
Swami Balendu describes the situation for those elderly people who would not feel happy in a joint family but would rather go in a home for the elderly.
Swami Balendu describes the American habit of using 'how are you?' as a greeting without waiting for an answer.
Swami Balendu describes with examples why it is again and again funny to see when Americans and Germans meet and explore each other's cultures.
Swami Balendu writes about people who have bad mood daily and seem to believe it has to be a part of their daily life.
Swami Balendu makes a comparison of old people's situation in India and in the west. Read why he thinks that the western system failed.