There are countless small things that we do without thinking on an everyday basis that could greatly offend a Thai person. For instance, the head is seen as sacred, so you should never touch the head of a Thai person (you shouldn't even touch the head of an inanimate object-like a statue or painting). On the flip side, the foot is seen as low, so you should never touch the foot or point your foot in the direction of someone or something, particularly a picture of the royal family or any Buddha statue. It's also important never to put your feet up on a table or anything similar.
When it comes to the king and royal family, not only is it impolite to criticize or disparage, it's a crime. You should probably just avoid speaking about the king, the royal family, or the monarchy all together.
Moving to a country where the traditions, cultures, and daily interactions are completely different can be stressful. But with a little preparation and education, you could be well on your way to fitting in perfectly when you make that move to Thailand.
There are countless small things that we do without thinking on an everyday basis that could greatly offend a Thai person. For instance, the head is seen as sacred, so you should never touch the head of a Thai person (you shouldn't even touch the head of an inanimate object-like a statue or painting). On the flip side, the foot is seen as low, so you should never touch the foot or point your foot in the direction of someone or something, particularly a picture of the royal family or any Buddha statue. It's also important never to put your feet up on a table or anything similar.When it comes to the king and royal family, not only is it impolite to criticize or disparage, it's a crime. You should probably just avoid speaking about the king, the royal family, or the monarchy all together.Moving to a country where the traditions, cultures, and daily interactions are completely different can be stressful. But with a little preparation and education, you could be well on your way to fitting in perfectly when you make that move to Thailand.
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