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List the characteristics of eastern and western etiquette respectively.

1. When dealing with kinship,

Orientals attach great importance to family and blood relationship. The traditional concept of "blood is thicker than water" is deeply rooted, and the most stable interpersonal relationship is blood relationship. Westerners have a strong sense of independence. Comparatively speaking, they don't pay much attention to family blood relationship, but pay more attention to interest relationship. They clearly distinguish between responsibility and obligation, and responsibility must be fulfilled, while obligation depends entirely on actual ability and is never forced. Emphasize personal freedom and the pursuit of personal interests.

2. In terms of expression.

Western etiquette emphasizes practicality and straightforward expression. Orientals take "concession" as a gift, and everything should be courteous. Compared with westerners, they tend to be humble and reserved. In the face of compliments from others, the attitudes adopted by the East and the West are different. In the face of others' praise, China people often say things like "I'm flattered", "ashamed" and "not enough" to show their modesty. Westerners often use "thank you" to express their acceptance of sincere compliments or compliments from others.