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What does it mean?
Distant cultures share universal human traits.
In plain terms
Everywhere has familiar daily rhythms.
What can you take from it?
Seek common ground abroad.

Where it applies

  • cross-cultural communication
  • tourism

Putting it to work

  • diplomacy
  • storytelling

Questions to consider

  • What connects all places?

Another view

Unique local differences exist.

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