| You may be surprised to learn that the answers will vary according to culture. Proxemic studies reveal that different cultures regulate personal distance differently. So the next time you find yourself standing uncomfortably close to a stranger, remember that it may be due to cultural variation. (Of course, it may be because they like you) |
Check out Quick Poll 8.1 in the text on page 215 to do a full assessment of your interpersonal space orientation.