Mexicans are famous for their friendliness, which makes them stand out among other people. If you wander the streets of Mexico, you may come across a stranger who may be nicer to you than your own family. Mexicans seem to look after other people with affection, respect and thoughtfulness. Provided that you are polite towards their civilization, they will be extremely hospitable, and they will give you the best things they can give. An aspect that is extremely important is the swap of appropriate greetings at social gatherings. The gesture of shaking one’s hand is a must when it comes to greeting customs. Before attempting to talk about anything else, it is recommended to greet the other people and shake hands. When coming across a group of people, it is advisable to approach every single person separately instead of addressing the group as a whole, which is thought to denote both indolence and discourtesy (Natella 108).
For Mexicans, family is always in the first place, as opposed to the customs of the United States, where people don’t seem to place such a high value on relative bonds. In the Mexican civilization, kids are respected and favored, while in the United States they are offered a negligible upbringing as well as a high degree of independence. In Mexico, the primary function of women is inside the family. On the other hand, in North America, the wife is frequently responsible for more than just one function. Freedom of movement is more supervised in Mexico, while in the US it is regarded as worldly.
As opposed to the United States’ culture and traditions, where people like to boast about their financial supremacy, the people of Mexico still hold community in high regard, whether in towns, educational institutions, or other organizations. A significant component of the Mexican culture is the expectation of working together and interacting with one another. This, of course, comes from the powerful connections established within a family. Even police officers who don’t occupy a high position in the official hierarchy easily take bribes from individuals who want to avoid spending time in jail. On the other hand, in the US, this sort of conduct is highly intolerable (Natella 126).
Regarding similarities between these two civilizations, both in the US and in Mexico, the family has the function of nurturing, interacting and creating a personal character. The way in which a person acts and their evolution throughout the several phases of their lives is influenced by their family life. In both cultures, a family has the purpose of nurturing and safeguarding kids as well as senior or sick members of the family. In the majority of situations, kids are closer or reliant on their immediate family, namely their mother, father and brothers or sisters, rather than the other, more distant relatives.
People who have the opportunity of being raised in an adequate family with useful connections almost always lead a more joyful life. As such, the importance of family ties cannot be denied, as it generates positive psychological resources for a happier life and helps to prevent potentially dangerous situations. Moreover, an adequate family life also aids children in establishing life goals. The function of the family is also pivotal because the early years we spend with our family members exert the most notable influence on our personality. The way a mother raises her kids is a factor that determines their future life as mature adults (Samovar, Porter & McDaniel 55).