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Background

In today’s interconnected and globalized world, cultural differences can catch us off guard or make it harder to connect with others on a deeper level. As a result, we may miss out on important interpersonal resources (Fassbin-Kech, 2013) that help to sustain both ourselves and our clients.

We often unconsciously adapt to dominant cultural norms (James, 1994), which can lead to situations where some people feel excluded. For a transactional analyst, understanding the cultural context is essential — overlooking it can reduce the effectiveness of interventions and contribute to marginalization.

Key Concepts

Recognizing how power operates in intercultural settings is essential for unlocking both personal and social potential through the Adult Ego State (Tudor, 2003). In this workshop, participants will explore the richness of intercultural relationships by looking beneath the surface of cultural perceptions.

By becoming aware of how misunderstandings arise due to differences in frames of reference (Schiff & Schiff, 1975), participants will gain deeper insight into how intercultural relationships are shaped. They will also expand their thinking by addressing racial inequality (Batts, 1982) and reflecting on how their own cultural background influences their interactions with others.

Additionally, participants will examine how language shapes transactional patterns at the psychological level. We will explore various linguistic set-ups present in intercultural work and consider communication features such as high- and low-context styles, as well as levels of formality that influences psychological distance in a given interaction.

Through engaging exercises, participants will explore new ways to intentionally build relationships that acknowledge and respect different perspectives and lived experiences.

Takeaways

By nurturing empathy and awareness of our own cultural lens, we can build stronger relationships in a diverse world. People from different cultures can grow and develop by creating shared frames of reference and expanding their cultural worldviews — while still holding onto their unique identities (Jusik, 2022).

Participants will leave feeling more prepared to embrace diversity, challenge the limiting aspects of culture, and strengthen what is resourceful in order to address inequality in cross- cultural relationships.

Learning Outcomes

Participants will be able to:

This workshop offers practical, hands-on strategies for improving intercultural understanding in both personal and professional relationships. Participants will leave with tools to better navigate cultural differences and foster inclusivity in their daily lives.

Investment : Rs 1465/- (all inclusive)