Sunt locuitorii Chișinăului mai puțin politicoși decât românii? Sociolog moldovean: „Zâmbetul nostru e mai rar, dar mai sincer”

A Facebook post by a Romanian entrepreneur living in Chișinău sparked discussions about the politeness of Moldovans compared to Romanians. While some agreed with her observations about the lack of greetings and smiles, others felt she exaggerated. Sociologists noted that the phenomenon exists but is not unique to Moldova, attributing it to a rural mentality in an urban setting. Stressful living conditions in Chișinău also contribute to people's behavior. Experts argue that while Moldovans may smile less, their smiles are often more genuine, reflecting deeper emotions rather than being mere social rituals.