Edition 3: cussing
November 29, 2011
Questions to consider:
What group are you trying to be a part of, whether consciously or subconsciously?
What “signals” are you giving off that suggest you are a part of that group?
Is there a group you want to associate themselves with you or your business? What signals could you send that would attract them?
What are you thinking? Dialog with us in the comments section!
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I found it so interesting that the observation was made that it is a perceived way of invoking personal power, and that it also was perceived as making the person look ugly. Both of these observations were made in the eyes/mind of the person doing the cussing. I find both true! Kind of ironic!
I enjoy the everyday ethnography segments. This, like the one on fire, caused me to look at things with different eyes. Brad, you are kind of like the Seinfeld or Rooney of ethnography; picking the most seemingly mundane topics, and casting them in a new, fresh light.
Thanks for your comments Cheryl. I also found it interesting that cussing hangs in the balance when it comes to self-control. Sometimes someone swears and it seems to be almost uncontrollable. Yet in other cases — such as in a nice restaurant — it’s VERY controlled.