❓Is it disrespect or just a cultural difference? Yesterday on LinkedIn, we talked about subtle signs of disrespect. I want to bring one example here that I’ve been personally navigating: 📌 When it comes to respect, cultural differences really matter. For example: In my Turkish family, saying “we’ll come by later in the afternoon” is completely normal. Just a soft plan. Totally acceptable. But with my German family? That would be a huge no-go. Time = commitment. If you say 15:00, you better mean 15:00. After 15 years in Germany, I’ve definitely been “Germanized” and I now find it really hard when people can’t stick to time anymore. Because for me, time and energy are the biggest things we have. When I commit to a time with people I love, I want to be fully present. And knowing when helps me plan my day and protect that energy. What makes it harder: In Turkish culture, it’s often not okay to say it bothers you you’re expected to tolerate it. But in Germany, it’s completely ok...