

You can learn so much about a culture just by looking at the words they choose. When we squeeze past someone in the US, we instinctively say sorry or excuse me. It acts as a quick request for forgiveness for taking up space. Living in Mexico City introduced me to the beauty of “con permiso.” You are not asking for forgiveness, you are asking for their permission for the space you need. Navigating a massive city based on mutual respect rather than guilt is incredibly refreshing.






















