It’s funny how they say Americans have no culture. I was raised by a dad who taught me it was rude to not small talk. You acknowledge everyone because they are human and deserve your attention and respect. I think that at least was a cultural value passed down to me.
2026-01-02 05:33:01
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Ara's Rarities :
people seem to have "tall poppy syndrome" in a lot of places. Americans don't mind standing out and being recognized for it and I think that's a good thing. I think it goes along in a similar skill set as talking with strangers. we don't mind being perceived or perceiving others.
2026-01-02 06:10:56
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kapanos :
European 3rd spaces + US chattiness should combine and let’s see what happens
2026-01-02 00:32:53
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AnneMarie :
America has a “can do” culture woven into it!
2026-01-02 00:56:34
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Pink_Depression_Glass :
When we are outside dining, we cheer when we see someone parallel park successfully 😂 like the whole patio will clap 👏🏼
2026-01-01 21:53:48
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becky :
Don’t forget about having other people singing happy birthday at another table
2026-01-28 22:51:23
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Nachupichu :
When I first moved to the U.S. I thought people were just saying things and being irresponsible, but after many years, the power of positive words is absolute necessary in life.
2026-01-01 20:05:32
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dond1016kft :
Greatest country on Earth 🦅🇺🇸🦅
2026-01-02 01:38:03
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susansinGreece :
So true! I did not realize how positive Americans were until I moved to Greece. People here will try to convince you not to ever do anything.
2026-01-01 15:19:10
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Lzilulu :
Small talk is a big way that we build community
2026-01-02 18:44:40
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evp :
Absolutely true. I’m German, but lived in numerous countries. As much as I love Europe, America is the better than Europe for pursuing dreams and folks are way friendlier and encouraging. On a side note. The Vietnamese and Thai people are wonderful.
2026-01-01 16:03:20
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ToniC :
It makes me feel really good to have a positive interaction with a stranger 🥰
2026-01-02 07:00:11
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Zyx_CB :
As an American I love this and am proud of this attitude we have. Thank you for noticing!
2026-01-01 22:45:08
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NY 152 :
This is still the new world. If cultures didn’t come here from all over the world and try to build something great, where would we be? That’s why it’s our default mode.
2026-01-01 17:09:45
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AnastasiaSeinfeld :
True. I’ll talk to (almost) anyone.
2026-01-02 03:44:53
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chatty_writer6666 :
In America I'm anti social in Europe I'm too social 😂
2026-01-02 20:10:15
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Wilson :
I literally met a stranger in the elevator the other day & told him "look, we have the same color coat! We're twins! The stranger laughed & said yes we were & that only the best people wore orange coats. 😂😂
2026-02-08 02:25:35
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Lollipop Guild Member :
Different culture in the US ignoring somebody is a big disrespect, no matter who it is and with pew pew laws, in the US you gotta be careful It’s best to be polite always
2026-01-01 16:14:11
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Susan Lin :
As a Texan, I can’t even imagine being in public and not talking to strangers. We just chat with everybody. At least 3-5 times a week I compliment a stranger
2026-01-13 22:13:29
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Solomon Tsingermangel :
I left Europe because I saw that prospects were very limited for me as a young man. There is always the idea of a dream out there somewhere in the US. It’s true
2026-01-02 03:56:48
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Paige 🇺🇸 :
It’s because many of us were taught by our parents, teachers, etc., that you could do anything if you set your mind to it. We carry that encouragement to our children ❤ & In my part of Texas, we always talk to each other. A girl struck a conversation with my daughter and I in a store when we were debating on which product to buy for her friends birthday party. I can’t imagine not talking to people like this.
2026-01-01 15:27:24
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PopDizzGre 🇺🇸💙🔵 :
I will drop a compliment every time I feel o someone. Hey like your nails. Your shoes are amazing. Your hair is fire. You never know who needs just a few kind words
2026-01-03 01:14:15
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lulu ❤️ :
you got this!!!!!
2026-01-12 02:17:24
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