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feng shui Feng Shui is a 3,000+ year old metaphysical practice形而上学实践观 , originating in China, but relevant to everyone since it deals with energy, nature, laws of physics and the environments we all create. The harmful effect of exposed beams is well-documented and a basic feng shui principle is that flat, beamless ceilings are much healthier to sleep under. One first and very important feng shui career tip talks about your desk position. The desk or table you use for working should be placed in a position that allows you to see the main door. Your desk should never be with your back at the door, since that would be very harmful for your career. And if possible, you should also try to place it in such an angle where you can also see the window. * * * * * * * * * * * * Indian brides Chapter 9 Nonverbal Communication National flag of the U.S. Chapter 9 Nonverbal Communication white carnations Chapter 9 Nonverbal Communication Red carnations Chapter 9 Nonverbal Communication I. Silence Silence is a form of nonverbal communication that may be interpreted in various ways depending upon the situation, the duration of the silence, and the culture. The use of silence in communication is also important. Silence can communicate agreement, apathy (冷漠), awe (敬畏), confusion, contemplation (沉思), disagreement, embarrassment, obligation, regret, repressed hostility, respect, sadness, thoughtfulness, or any number of meanings. Case-analysis: Silence in Japan What is the different opinion toward silence in Western and Eastern culture? Chapter 9 Nonverbal Communication J. Clothing and Physical Appearance Although Western business dress has been widely adopted among other cultures, you may wish to learn cultural distinctions in appropriate business attire (服装). When visiting Saudi Arabia, for example, the Saudi might wear the traditional Arabic white flowing robe and headcloth. The use of clothing and physical appearance to communicate is more obvious. Clothi