concept   communication
culture   Eastern countries
statement   In Eastern countries, indirect communication is used to demonstrate humility and respect in expressing desires and needs.
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1 need Eastern cultures Emphasizes communal needs and responsibilities to the group 1
2 needing Eastern countries Expressing your needs and asking for help may be considered as a sign of weakness, dependency, and lack of self-sufficiency. 1
3 needing Eastern countries Avoiding expressing needs and being self-sufficient is considered a sign of strength and maturity. 1
4 needing Eastern cultures Expressing your needs too directly can be seen as rude or unbecoming, and may be better communicated indirectly or through context. 1
5 online Eastern countries Heavily monitored and censored by the government 1
6 request Eastern countries Indirect requests are often used to maintain politeness and avoid causing inconvenience to others. 1
7 want Eastern countries Expressing your desires and wants openly can be seen as impolite or selfish in Eastern countries like Japan, where modesty and humility are valued. 1
8 want Eastern countries Expressing your desires openly can be seen as rude, and it's often more appropriate to display humility and modesty. 1
9 want Eastern cultures Expressing your wants and desires directly may be considered impolite, and it is often expected to show restraint and humility in expressing personal desires. 1