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For instance, Megan from Minnesota noted the lack of small talk in stores, while Nikki spoke about her colleague’s contrasting behavior when sober versus when drinking. This adaptability, or lack thereof, resulted in feelings of isolation for some, particularly as the warmth and friendliness they were accustomed to were absent in casual interactions.
One particularly striking example was shared by Alex and Maya, who discussed the Swedish practice of leaving babies unattended outside in prams—a concept that many from warmer climates found perplexing yet indicative of the deep-rooted trust within Swedish society.