I have a couple of civie female friends on the mainland, and I have to agree that their behavior out and about can be truly embarrassing by Western standards. However we are not in the West. And while I am personally put off by it, no one else seems to mind. Keep in mind that often it is our Western behavior that attracts them to us.
Plus, many of these behaviors can easily be changed. I asked one of my friends if she would mind eating with her mouth closed, and not spit in the street, and she does make an effort. As for the trash, just pick it up and take it to the trash can. After doing it once or twice she will be mortified and take care of it herself.
I don't want to start a whole new debate here, but it's a little like training a puppy. A little effort and positive reinforcement, and you can work wonders.
Back on topic, I still don't think I treat WG any better than my civie friends. I still make way more money than they do and I need to eat anyway. I pay WG money to make me feel special, and they may see it as a fair trade, but it costs me very little money or effort to make them feel special too.
Many people feel that there is no such thing as a truly charitable act, because the act itself makes us feel good, thus providing a reward. I treat everyone well because it makes me feel good. End of story. | |
