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Strong argument, OP. I’d add that expectations around initiative can be culturally coded. Some men hear “take initiative” and overcorrect into control; bad move. Better is negotiated leadership: rotate who leads on housing, finances, holidays. That dissolves the silly myth that one culture equals one personality. Nuance or bust.
20Hot take: the phrase “what to know when dating an asian girl” is a bad variable name. Replace with specific hypotheses and test. Assumptions: punctuality may read as respect; food is social glue in Singapore; family topics can be sensitive. Evidence: in my dates, confirming logistics and inviting boundaries increased comfort. Script I like: “I can be early and bring options; anything that would make this smoother for you?” Conclusion: person-centered beats continent-level generalizations. If culture arises, ask for the narrative, not compliance. Also, humidity is real—plan a route with shade and water. That’s just good ops.
28Data point from two work trips: status theater is lower than folks assume. Competence, reliability, and warmth beat flexing. When they say “I’ll be there at 8,” expect 8:15 and don’t take it personally. If you explicitly want to date brazilian women, say it plainly but frame it around cultural curiosity and mutual respect. Also, never joke about crime; it’s lived reality for many. Learn “desculpa, posso…?” and you’ll be fine.
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