CircleBridge bookExplore the concept
Adaptation means being able to see through another cultural perspective and make an appropriate behavioral adjustment. It requires more than knowing a list of customs. The adjustment should be informed by the people involved and remain authentic rather than become an imitation or a stereotype. Kiera’s communication experiences and Sandi’s leadership encounters make this concrete: names, styles of conversation, and expectations of respect deserve inquiry. Readers can practice small changes, ask how those changes were experienced, and continue learning.
A practice to try
Ask about a communication preference, make one agreed adjustment, and check whether it improved the exchange.
Explore it in the book
Companion guidance by Scott Simpson and Sharla Steever. Consult the book alongside these resources; activities and summaries do not replace the complete book.