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  You probably already know how to say “hello”in several languages thanks to family, friends and language classes, but you can get a little more practice with your communication skills on World Hello Day. It was established[设立] by Brian and Michael McCormack in response to[响应] the Yom Kippur War注in 1973. The premise[前提] is to say hello to ten different people throughout the day in an effort to promote world peace by communicating with others.
   Say “Hello” to Strangers
  As you walk around, chances are you’re on the phone, in a rush[匆忙], or have music blasting[发出尖响的声音] in your ears. On World Hello Day, make an effort to be more approachable[可接近的] to those around you—take the headphones off, stay off your phone, and slow down a bit rather than rushing from place to place. This allows people to say“Hello” to you and also gives you a chance to say“Hi” to those around you as well. You could end up having some really great conversations and meeting some fascinating people.
   Contact People You Haven’t Talked to in a While
  Even with all of the technology that helps us stay in contact with others, sometimes life gets in the way and we end up losing touch with some friends and acquaintances[熟人]. Consider World Hello Day a chance to reconnect with people in your life or from your past. If there is someone you haven’t talked to in a while, send them a text or a card or call them to say “Hi” and ask how they’re doing.
   Research How Various Cultures Greet Each Other
  When visiting another country, one of the first
  things to learn is the customary[习惯的] greeting in that culture and also what is considered rude or improper, not only so you don’t get caught off guard[不警惕], but also so you don’t offend[冒犯] anyone. Depending on the culture, the proper greeting may be a bow, a firm handshake, a single or double kiss on the cheek, a hug, or a variety of other customs.
  Celebrating World Hello Day on November 21st is a chance to learn other languages and learn more about other cultures. When we take time to learn about the lives of others throughout the world, we tend to develop a deeper understanding of people and cultures as well, which isn’t just beneficial for us as individuals[个人], but also in terms of society as a whole.
  由于家人、朋友和语言课的缘故,你也许已经懂得用好几种语言说“你好”了,但你可以在世界问候日额外练习你的沟通技巧哦。世界问候日由布莱恩·麦科马克和迈克尔·麦科马克在1973年创立,是对第四次中东战争的回应。(这个节日的)前提条件是在当天向十个人打招呼,为的是通过与他人的沟通促进世界和平。
  你好,陌生人
  当你四处行走的时候,你很可能正在打电话,匆匆忙忙地走着,或者耳边响着吵闹的音乐。在世界问候日这一天,试着让周围的人更容易接近你吧——摘掉耳机,关掉手机,放慢脚步吧,而不是在两个地方之间奔走。这让别人有机会向你打招呼,也让你有机会向周围的人说声“嗨”。结果是,也许你会和别人进行很棒的对话,也会结识到很有意思的人呢。
  联系久违的人
  尽管各种科技可以帮助我们保持联系,但有时候我们还是会受到生活中其他因素的影响,最终还是会与某些朋友和熟人断了联系。把世界问候日当做一次机会,重新联系现在或以前的朋友吧。如果你和某些人已经很久没说上话了,那么给他们发条短信,发张卡片,或打电话向他们说声“嗨”吧,问问他们过得怎样。
  研究不同文化的问候方式
  到访另一个国家的时候,首先要学习的其中一件事,就是在该国文化中人们习惯用什么方式打招呼,以及了解什么是粗鲁或不恰当的行为。这样你才不会措手不及,也不会冒犯任何人。根据不同的文化,适当的打招呼方式可以是鞠躬、有力的握手、吻一边或两边脸颊、拥抱或其他方式。
  在11月21日庆祝世界问候日,让我们有机会学习其他语言和进一步了解不同的文化。当我们花时间去了解世界上其他人的生活,我们也会对别国的人和文化有更深的了解。这不单对我们每一个人都有好处,对整个社会也有裨益。
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