I chose to come to Pakistan out of all places because I thought it would be easier for me since I can speak Urdu (national language of Pakistan). Boy, was I ever wrong!

I sat in on a meeting with government officals along with my supervisors. I was having such a hard time trying to understand these officals as well as my supervisors. When I say "understand" I dont mean simply understanding the Urdu language. English used to be my second language but now its Urdu. I had a hard time understanding whether these officals were being genuine or manipulative (they have a reputation for this). I then had to pay close attention to their facial gestures and body language in order to truly interpret their language.

After this meeting, I truly appreciate the art of body language. Language is more than words, even though words do say alot. Also, two people's interpretation of a single statement will never be the same, even if that statement in the local language.