Proximity is very important in various countries around the world. American's like to have personal space while engaging in conv
ersation, whereas Brazilians tend to get physically close during conversation. This is an example of how
differ from place to place,
a. Laws
b. Normative Indoctrination
c. Mores
d. Folkways
The example of different social conceptions of proximity is an example of folkways. Folkways refer to the essential or characteristic customs and conventions of a community. Like in the United States it is not very common to welcome friends and family with a kiss, but in Latin America this is common. We often notice and feel taken aback when someone does something that is different than our own cultural practice. Mores are social norms that are widely observed within a particular society or culture, but to violate them is usually considered offensive or morally wrong. Folkways are standards of behavior that society approves of but they are not morally significant, like shaking hands.
A frame of reference refers to the ideas or beliefs that we use as a base of our judgement.Melissa had a disastrous first presentation at college and because of that one presentation she is making judgement of her future presentation based on that one fact. This has affected her overall look at her own capabilities.
