2.3.3 Time
Concepts of time vary widely between cultures. In some countries 'time is money': in other countries this attitude is considered vulgar and even offensive. In Europe and North America , punctuality is respected and to arrive late for an appointment is considered disrespectful. In the Middle East and parts of Africa and South America , being late for a meeting may be acceptable.
Closely related to the concept of time is the cultural view of the future. In most English speaking countries, people believe they have the power to control, or at least influence, future events. This belief is a very positive view of time. Other people express a more negative view and behave accordingly, stoically submitting to a fate that they see as beyond their control.
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