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I’m very happy to be invited and talk about communication pattern of different cultures. I will give my presentation based on my personal experience and observations as an American teacher in China. //
    People in every culture tend to regard the way they do things as "normal". But in regard to ways of speaking, what may seem natural to one person may be odd or misunderstood by someone outside the culture. //
    Communication patterns that cause confusion often center on indirect speech. Chinese and Americans can both speak indirectly, but their use of this speech pattern depends on many factors. //
    Context is crucial to understanding the indirect speech, such as speakers’ economic and work position in society, where they were born and have lived, and how they identify themselves in relation to themselves and others.

The holiday season is both joyful and stressful at once. There is family to get along with, gifts to buy and return, people to visit, plenty of festive food to eat, sales to rush to, and parties to plan and attend.
    Returning to the usual routine and quieter workplace can dampen your spirits just by the absence of exciting things to do. It is normal to feel a little low and that feeling will soon pass once the routine re-establishes itself.
    After the many indulgences over the holiday period, it can leave you feeling a little out of shape. Having healthy food and keeping up regular exercises will enhance your mood and help you return to good shape.
    If you’re worried about not keeping warm enough during the colder weather, such excellent choices as healthy, chunky, hot soups or vegetables will both warm and fill you up without carrying lots of calories.