Wow! That's an amazing story. As an Englishman Living in Thailand, it's almost the complete opposite. Out here it widely encouraged to talk to complete strangers. As an example, if you are buying food at the local markets, you can expect to be asked numerous personal questions like, "Where do you live?", "Do you have a girlfriend yet?" and "Where are you going now?". To not respond to these questions, no matter how personal could be considered rude as this is the norm in Thai culture.
I can totally relate to this story though as I used to live in London and take a 40 minute ride to work on the underground train every day, it was very similar. Thousands of people in close proximity, all avoiding eye contact with their heads down and their earphones in.
Great post, thanks for sharing!
Haha had to share this coincidence of two similar opinions in a row. :)
and thanks! Yeah, things get very different fast depending on where you live and can be quite a cultural shock when abroad.
Thanks for sharing! Cultures in different countries has always been so interesting for me. Part of the reason I wanted to live in Asia. Have a great day!
I would love to visit both thailand and Finlqnd one day to appreciate this striking contrast forsthand😁😁