concept   request
culture   East Asian cultures
statement   In East Asian cultures, requests are often communicated indirectly to prioritize harmony and avoid direct confrontation.

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1 need East Asian countries There is a strong emphasis on self-reliance, and it is less common to express one's needs openly. 1
2 request East Asian cultures It is common to communicate requests indirectly and subtly, prioritizing harmony and avoiding direct confrontation. 1
3 want East Asian countries Emphasizing your wants may be seen as disruptive or selfish, and valuing the needs of the group over individual desires is more common. 1
4 want East Asian cultures Putting others' wants and needs before your own is often valued, and expressing personal wants directly may be seen as selfish. 1