Cultural Differences. Impact On Relationships

Relationships between Russian women and British men present a series of fundamental issues of conflicting attitudes and beliefs which could become the cause of conflict. We consider those cultural differences which might become critical issues when left unresolved in a Russian-British relationship. The comparison of gender role differences, attitude to money and communication between Russian and British spouses will help us to identify these potential issues. Recognizing and accepting cultural differences with the development of a relationship can be extraordinarily beneficial and it is in this chapter that an attempt is made to highlight areas where disharmony may result due to a lack of mutual understanding of the respective cultures.