A Closer Look at Mexican Values
Cultural Aspects
and
Values
Collectivism
- Mexican culture has a group mentality.
- Saving face is important, not only for themselves but for others.
- Dislike for saying "No" or criticizing mistakes
In the Hands of God
- Mexicans are a thoroughly religious culture
- A different take on the importance of time
- Yes means yes or no.
- "When an owl hoots, an Indian dies. It's not true, but it happens."
Sharing and the Role of Hospitality
- It is polite and expected to be offered food if you come upon someone eating.
- It is polite and expected to be offered a meal as a form of hospitality
- When eating, the time you spend is precious and valuable, like when you work
- There is a form of "ta'arof" to be followed
Hospitality at Its Finest
- Taquitos for all
- Invite you to dinner
- Always accept and then give a hint
Relaxed and Let It Be
In the Hands of God
Always Enough Time
- No worries about getting on the plane first.
- No hurry to rush into or out of meetings
- Time is valued for quality rather than punctuality
http://www.spanish-learning-corner.com/mexican-sayings-life.html
Superman
versus
El Santo
Superman
El Santo
Catherine Given EDU 645 07/08/14