Stages of Culture Shock
First stage of Culture Shock where everything feels
new and exciting, and differences are seen as "charming" or "exotic."
What is the Honeymoon stage?
This "hallmark" of culture shock involves an inappropriate venting of anger, such as snapping at a local shopkeeper.
What is Irritability?
This term describes the confusion/discomfort someone feels when experiencing a new culture.
What is culture shock?
What are shoes?
This attitude helps missionaries learn instead of judging.
What is humility?
This stage is often charaterized by hyperirritability and a longing for the comforts of home.
What is the Frustration/Anxiety stage?
This behavior involves staying indoors for long periods and avoiding contact with local people.
What is Withdrawal or Isolation?
Frustration, Irritability, Sadness, fatigue, withdrawl, excessive criticism
In many cultures people greet each other with this instead of a handshake.
What is a cheek kiss, bow or hug?
What is servanthood?
During this stage, you begin to understand cultural cues and start to feel more "at home" in your routine.
What is the Adjustment stage?
You miss your favorite snacks and start feeling sad. This feeling is called this.
What is homesickness
Instead of complaining about differences, a helpful response is this attitude of curiosity.
In many cultures this is considered rude to do with your left hand.
What is eating or giving something?
This fruit of the spirit helps when communication gets frustrating.
What is patience?
This final stage is when you can operate comfortably in both cultures without constant stress.
What is Acceptance stage?
In some cultures this common American habit can be seen as disrespectful toward elders.
What is directly disagreeing or speaking very bluntly?
This apostle intentionally adapted to different cultures in order to reach people for the gospel.
Who is the Apostle Paul?
This quality helps you keep going when things feel uncomfortable or confusing.
What is perseverance or long suffering?