Whether we realize it or not, the way we communicate with others has been the combination of everything we have learned and the way we perceive it. The cultural education of people evokes different images, attitudes and behaviors. Cultural beliefs, values, norms and practices all influence communication. This analysis will describe examples of how cultures can influence communication styles and patterns. Of all the world's living cultures, Greece is among the oldest with 98% of its population sharing an ethnic identity, as well as a strong Greek Orthodox religious tradition. Cultural beliefs are the commonly accepted norms and moral standards of a culture, the standards of right and wrong that set expectations for behavior. These beliefs are usually rooted in the symbolic heritage of the culture and include appropriate roles for particular people. (Pearson Prentice Hall, 2010) Greece's rich culture developed over thousands of years. The first known belief in “matiasma,” also known as the “evil eye,” originated in Greece. In Greek theology the evil eye is considered harmful both to the person whose envy inflicts it on others and to those who suffer from it. “In addition to the use of evil eye amulets, the Greeks carry incense or the cross as protection against the evil eye.” (Jewish Gift Place, 2014) It's quite interesting that the concept of the evil eye still has such a powerful influence in modern life, jewelry design, and even pop culture. Religion is essential to life in Greece and plays a role in people's respect for hierarchy and their view of the family as a single unit of strength. The family is seen as the basis of the Greek social structure and often has an impact on business as well. The... middle of the paper... without needing a handshake. (5 List of Chinese Culture Taboos - Things to Avoid in China, 2007-2011) These social practices can be very confusing to the average American. The social practices of that culture influence communication style on a daily basis. In conclusion, in Greek theology the evil eye is considered harmful, in Mexico machismo is still a current problem, in Rwandan culture it is the norm for men to hold hands in public without necessarily being considered homosexual and in Chinese culture it is taboo to hug a member of the opposite sex. This analysis described some examples of how culture can influence communication styles and patterns from the community up to the individual. We should embrace diversity and strive to understand each other without losing our cultures, in the hope of a more harmonious world.