Seanus
13 Aug 2011
UK, Ireland / Is moving to UK now a good idea? - antipolish prejudice of the Brits [231]
WB, no worries.
Peter, do tell :)
WB, no worries.
Peter, do tell :)
Seanus
13 Aug 2011
UK, Ireland / Is moving to UK now a good idea? - antipolish prejudice of the Brits [231]
Pilfer means steal, WB
Pilfer means steal, WB
Seanus
13 Aug 2011
UK, Ireland / Is moving to UK now a good idea? - antipolish prejudice of the Brits [231]
The BBC is good at that. 9/11, Srebrenica, take your pick.
The BBC is good at that. 9/11, Srebrenica, take your pick.
Seanus
13 Aug 2011
UK, Ireland / Is moving to UK now a good idea? - antipolish prejudice of the Brits [231]
We don't need any stirring of the hornets' nest. Most Brits have tolerated their harsh realities.
We don't need any stirring of the hornets' nest. Most Brits have tolerated their harsh realities.
Seanus
13 Aug 2011
Seanus
13 Aug 2011
UK, Ireland / Is moving to UK now a good idea? - antipolish prejudice of the Brits [231]
Good point, WB. Whilst stealing is not right, you have to look beyond the Conservatives' justification of why they did it. Maybe the OP poster should be alert when in the UK as there will be a backlash against immigrants by scapegoating them. However, for now, they are manifesting their discontent against the government.
Good point, WB. Whilst stealing is not right, you have to look beyond the Conservatives' justification of why they did it. Maybe the OP poster should be alert when in the UK as there will be a backlash against immigrants by scapegoating them. However, for now, they are manifesting their discontent against the government.
Seanus
13 Aug 2011
UK, Ireland / Is moving to UK now a good idea? - antipolish prejudice of the Brits [231]
While I understand the need for policing to protect citizens and minorities, they will go beyond the call of duty. Mark my words.
It was Ben Franklin that said sth about a choice. Pursue security instead of individual rights and you will end up with neither.
It is up to the people to try and get on. Some will resist but others will try and strike a chord. That's just human nature.
While I understand the need for policing to protect citizens and minorities, they will go beyond the call of duty. Mark my words.
It was Ben Franklin that said sth about a choice. Pursue security instead of individual rights and you will end up with neither.
It is up to the people to try and get on. Some will resist but others will try and strike a chord. That's just human nature.
Seanus
13 Aug 2011
UK, Ireland / Is moving to UK now a good idea? - antipolish prejudice of the Brits [231]
For sure. I mean, what fun is there in harmony for those people? Politicians have even admitted to looking for chaos and the need for an enemy. It all justifies the need for broad-based, sweeping controls. Create a jungle of sorts and there is a need for intervention in the name of helping out.
For sure. I mean, what fun is there in harmony for those people? Politicians have even admitted to looking for chaos and the need for an enemy. It all justifies the need for broad-based, sweeping controls. Create a jungle of sorts and there is a need for intervention in the name of helping out.
Seanus
13 Aug 2011
UK, Ireland / Is moving to UK now a good idea? - antipolish prejudice of the Brits [231]
Look who is behind The Sun. Rupert Murdoch wants tension to create chaos and that chaos serves as an excuse to control us more and more through policing and CCTV. Remember, most Brits castigate the BNP for their harsh stance on immigration. What does that tell you?
Look who is behind The Sun. Rupert Murdoch wants tension to create chaos and that chaos serves as an excuse to control us more and more through policing and CCTV. Remember, most Brits castigate the BNP for their harsh stance on immigration. What does that tell you?
Seanus
13 Aug 2011
UK, Ireland / Is moving to UK now a good idea? - antipolish prejudice of the Brits [231]
Good point, Forfour. Stop blaming a nation for the actions of a few thugs.
Good point, Forfour. Stop blaming a nation for the actions of a few thugs.
Seanus
13 Aug 2011
USA, Canada / My story. Born In the USA - do I have a chance in Poland, my Mother Country? [69]
Generalising is wrong, yes. I didn't say I believed it and that's the mistake you are making. It doesn't change the fact that many see a lot of Americans as being dim-witted folk. Some are smart, some are dumb. The same as in every country.
Generalising is wrong, yes. I didn't say I believed it and that's the mistake you are making. It doesn't change the fact that many see a lot of Americans as being dim-witted folk. Some are smart, some are dumb. The same as in every country.
Seanus
13 Aug 2011
USA, Canada / My story. Born In the USA - do I have a chance in Poland, my Mother Country? [69]
F stop, it wasn't an attack on America. It was a statement of a widely held perception.
F stop, it wasn't an attack on America. It was a statement of a widely held perception.
Seanus
13 Aug 2011
Love / Don't want others to join us at a table - is it normal for Polish girls to get angry? [161]
Beware of deceit and lack of culture. Sitting with one foot in one country and one in another provides limited stability and an inclination towards flightiness. The whole realm of ugly behaviour can come out when one is not settled.
Beware of deceit and lack of culture. Sitting with one foot in one country and one in another provides limited stability and an inclination towards flightiness. The whole realm of ugly behaviour can come out when one is not settled.
Seanus
13 Aug 2011
UK, Ireland / Is moving to UK now a good idea? - antipolish prejudice of the Brits [231]
Walter Scott's relatives again, WB? ;) ;)
The rest of what you said was sound :)
Walter Scott's relatives again, WB? ;) ;)
The rest of what you said was sound :)
Seanus
13 Aug 2011
USA, Canada / My story. Born In the USA - do I have a chance in Poland, my Mother Country? [69]
But the perception remains, convex. Yes, many are intelligent but it doesn't change the traditional stereotype.
But the perception remains, convex. Yes, many are intelligent but it doesn't change the traditional stereotype.
Seanus
13 Aug 2011
Love / Don't want others to join us at a table - is it normal for Polish girls to get angry? [161]
Good post, number 73. An experienced head.
Good post, number 73. An experienced head.
Seanus
13 Aug 2011
Love / Don't want others to join us at a table - is it normal for Polish girls to get angry? [161]
It's not about me, it's about being inaccurate.
Jewish or other, he gave an insightful opinion which highly suggested that he knows what he's talking about.
It's not about me, it's about being inaccurate.
Jewish or other, he gave an insightful opinion which highly suggested that he knows what he's talking about.
Seanus
13 Aug 2011
UK, Ireland / Is moving to UK now a good idea? - antipolish prejudice of the Brits [231]
You need to get out more, sorry.
You need to get out more, sorry.
Seanus
13 Aug 2011
USA, Canada / Going back to the Old Country of Poland after more than 25 years! (from USA) [249]
That's what I meant. Ask them here.
That's what I meant. Ask them here.
Seanus
13 Aug 2011
Love / Don't want others to join us at a table - is it normal for Polish girls to get angry? [161]
So did The Krays, confused82 :)
So did The Krays, confused82 :)
Seanus
13 Aug 2011
Love / Don't want others to join us at a table - is it normal for Polish girls to get angry? [161]
Confused82, I know you say you love her but it's often not worth the hassle. Many think looks should get them star treatment but looks are acquired, not earned/merited. In light of that, judge her by her actions. A total lack of tact on her part!
Confused82, I know you say you love her but it's often not worth the hassle. Many think looks should get them star treatment but looks are acquired, not earned/merited. In light of that, judge her by her actions. A total lack of tact on her part!
Seanus
13 Aug 2011
Love / Don't want others to join us at a table - is it normal for Polish girls to get angry? [161]
Grubas, enough of the offensive generalisations.
Grubas, enough of the offensive generalisations.
Seanus
13 Aug 2011
Love / Don't want others to join us at a table - is it normal for Polish girls to get angry? [161]
As I said, they will stick with what they have until the next best thing comes along. They have very limited dedication to anything and will leave you in the lurch if it suits their agenda.
As I said, they will stick with what they have until the next best thing comes along. They have very limited dedication to anything and will leave you in the lurch if it suits their agenda.
Seanus
13 Aug 2011
UK, Ireland / Cultural misunderstandings - Polish and English [26]
You misread me completely, ist2 ;)
I was talking about go-enryo, restraint. Many Poles show it but some get irritated easily. Just like most nations.
You misread me completely, ist2 ;)
I was talking about go-enryo, restraint. Many Poles show it but some get irritated easily. Just like most nations.
Seanus
13 Aug 2011
Love / Don't want others to join us at a table - is it normal for Polish girls to get angry? [161]
Good post, Midas. Shalom!
Good post, Midas. Shalom!
Seanus
13 Aug 2011
Love / Don't want others to join us at a table - is it normal for Polish girls to get angry? [161]
The benefit of hindsight :) She might just have let you walk off and that would have said more about her than about you.
The benefit of hindsight :) She might just have let you walk off and that would have said more about her than about you.
Seanus
13 Aug 2011
UK, Ireland / Cultural misunderstandings - Polish and English [26]
I think that Poles are fighting a similar battle to that which the Japanese fought. The Japanese were known for their brutality in WW2 but they worked really hard on creating cultural norms of restraint and non-intrusiveness. The Poles are trying hard to be 'spokojny' but changing your nature through excessive conditioning takes a lot of doing.
I think that Poles are fighting a similar battle to that which the Japanese fought. The Japanese were known for their brutality in WW2 but they worked really hard on creating cultural norms of restraint and non-intrusiveness. The Poles are trying hard to be 'spokojny' but changing your nature through excessive conditioning takes a lot of doing.
Seanus
13 Aug 2011
Love / Don't want others to join us at a table - is it normal for Polish girls to get angry? [161]
Ist2 is offering you some good advice, confused82. They will lap up your charity and show you no gratitude. After all, they are princesses ;)
Ist2 is offering you some good advice, confused82. They will lap up your charity and show you no gratitude. After all, they are princesses ;)
Seanus
13 Aug 2011
UK, Ireland / Is moving to UK now a good idea? - antipolish prejudice of the Brits [231]
Fair point, ist2. There is a mainstream perception that they are 'above' those groups but they fail to accept or take on board that those groups have been mainstays in British culture for a long time. They have worked their way up various ladders and they can't be knocked for that.
Fair point, ist2. There is a mainstream perception that they are 'above' those groups but they fail to accept or take on board that those groups have been mainstays in British culture for a long time. They have worked their way up various ladders and they can't be knocked for that.
Seanus
13 Aug 2011
Love / Don't want others to join us at a table - is it normal for Polish girls to get angry? [161]
It could well be that, yes. They tend to be quieter and more conservative. Therefore, I'd argue that the approach to etiquette may well have been a factor here. The Polish girl should have known better but, then again, maybe she expected a reaction from confused82. Polish women often expect the guy to take the lead. It's cemented in the culture here.
It could well be that, yes. They tend to be quieter and more conservative. Therefore, I'd argue that the approach to etiquette may well have been a factor here. The Polish girl should have known better but, then again, maybe she expected a reaction from confused82. Polish women often expect the guy to take the lead. It's cemented in the culture here.