Fenderman
Rooters Reporter
Quote: Our body language often conveys more than the words we use. At times, it can completely change -- or even nullify -- our words' meaning.
Almost every gesture using fingers is sure to offend someone, somewhere, at some time. As a rule of thumb (no pun intended!), it is best to avoid using any single finger as a gesture -- unless you are absolutely sure it is appropriate for a particular culture or country. Open-handed gestures, with all fingers generally together, is usually considered the safest approach.
There are countless additional gestures that mean something different in every culture. Gestures have such a profound influence on communication that it really is best to keep your fingers to yourself! End Quote
Gayle Cotton
Author, 'Say Anything to Anyone Anywhere: 5 Keys to Successful Cross-Cultural Communication'
Almost every gesture using fingers is sure to offend someone, somewhere, at some time. As a rule of thumb (no pun intended!), it is best to avoid using any single finger as a gesture -- unless you are absolutely sure it is appropriate for a particular culture or country. Open-handed gestures, with all fingers generally together, is usually considered the safest approach.
There are countless additional gestures that mean something different in every culture. Gestures have such a profound influence on communication that it really is best to keep your fingers to yourself! End Quote
Gayle Cotton
Author, 'Say Anything to Anyone Anywhere: 5 Keys to Successful Cross-Cultural Communication'
