Relationships, Part 1

Interpersonal Exercise #9: Relationships, Part 1

What do you think relationships in the U.S. mostly emphasize?

Relationships in the U.S. mostly emphasize on individualist ideals. As stated in our book, the U.S. is less collective then say China and other asian culutures. I found this ties back to even our economy, not just the way we love. Unlike China, The U.S. has an economy where each person or company will do what is better for their company or selfs, not what is good for several people or the company. I think the same as the U.S. does as far as our economy we do in our relationships. We do many things for personal gain. We have all heard the famous phrase, "it's not you, it's me." And, it is true. We break up with people because it does not work out for us individual. Either they do not make you happy, or you don't feel chemistry; whatever it is is comes down to being indicidualist. We are not a country who marries who our parents want anymore, we are a country that looks to make each individual happier.

What things do you see are important to a relationship in U.S. culture today? Is this a good or a bad thing? Why?

How does culture affect your own relationships?

How do the media affect what people look for in friendships and romantic relationships?

For this response, Use complete sentences, proper grammar, and correct spelling. Be concise, but thorough. Refer to your course text. I will reject work with errors.

Sample answer: Culture and the media affect relationships by skewing public perceptions of beauty and its importance. Relationships in the U.S. mostly focus on outer appearances, wealth, and social standing. This is a bad thing because people don’t really like each other for who they are...