Men are highly respected in Chinese culture,which was mainly affected by the feudal system.Chinese culture attaches great importance on gender equality in modern society,but in some conditions,men are still superior to women while women are still subjected to discrimination.In Occident,respecting on women is a custom and “Lady First” has become one of the primary principles of communication.No matter in public places or in other places,men should take account of women,for example,man could shake lady’s hands only when the latter intends to; man has to let lady sit down firstly at table and lady orders dishes firstly; lady firstly enters room and elevator...
Furthermore,China,as one of the special representatives of the Eastern countries in dealing with generational relations,is the special representative of the Eastern countries of treating the elders respectively and honorably.For instance,many Chinese people are concerned that the person who takes care of elders is a good person.During the New Year and any other important holidays,the elders will have fun with their children together more than usual.For Occidental,they have been advocating self-reliance and the connection between parents and adult children are on the decrease.That’s why so many elders often feel lonely with a sense of suffering.