@craigroach8297
I visited Russia twice . While in Moscow , I found an eatery with common tables . Patrons sat with me and were warm and friendly . I also took a train from Moscow to Gagarin and sat across from an older couple . We ended up sharing family photos . Further , she even gave me snacks ! I found people warm and hospitable the whole trip . Frankly, I was blown away ! Someday I hope to return ❤ .
@keithrobertson6627
You are right about the conversations. I converted to Russian Orthodoxy 20 years ago and immediately noticed the change in the level of talk between Russians and Westerners
@VGTE2506
Fedor, I just came back from Moscow. I spent 7 days (really 6 because my last day I had to go to the airport early in the morning), and I had an awesome time. The city is beautiful, the food was great, and I didn't even get to see everything I wanted. I was able to get by because my vocabulary is good enough, however I seriously underestimated how important listening skills are; I couldn't understand anybody. I need serious improvement for the next time I go back, and I will certainly be investing in some real classes. Thank you for what you do, a lot of my language skills that helped me while I was over there were from your channel.
@user-wb2tm3hv8w
Russian smile thing in few sentences. "Dude, did you know in my country it is polite to hug a man you've just met? It's called being positive. Why didn't you hug him back, are you grumpy? What do you mean you don't hug strangers? It's basic politeness and positivity!" Yeah, that's how it feels when a stranger smiles to me. Like he hugged me. Who tf are you and what do you want...
@440hurtz4
6:21 i think us amaricans should do that more often. I hate small talk. I like to explane my emotions and my veiw of the world.
@Teacher_Sal
This is why I love Russians, so similar to my Italian culture...
@clearwavepro100
I can say the heart-to-hearts aspect makes me extremely fond of my Russian friends. I adore their openness and it builds much trust.
@nostalgiaof98
A society that is socially recluse on the street, but so respectful, caring and inclusive to friends and family, and expect you to do the same This speaks to me more than anything.
@CouchPolyglot
I am from Spain, I would have a hard time not smiling at strangers 🤣🤣🤣 Good to know!!!
@3finnian
When I was in Russia in the summer I wanted to buy 6 roses and the lady said "ШЕСТЬ!?" to which I sad да and she responds "НЕТ НЕТ НЕТ, семь" I bought 7 roses and I thought it was a bit strange, looking at the bunch 7 seemed to fit together in a better shape which is what I thought it was but now I understand, thank you!
@RedTitan5
I will take this to heart... Russia is one of my dream place to travel....maybe...after this pandemic or whenever possible
@roselinegordon5501
Fell in love with Russia.Leaving on my third visit there soon😍As a South African took some time not to smile all the time.We are a smiley and talkative nation....😊
@Dangur2
Well, it's not a problem to visit a friend without bringing any gifts. If a person is not known well, than yes, that makes sense.
@rubensaraujobarboza1308
Hi Fedor, i'm from Brazil and start watch your videos recently... i'm watching a lot of your old videos. It is been very useful to help me to learn russian... i'm studying russian by myself and since i discovered your chanel i subscribed. Thank you for your tips and i'm sorry for my bad english. Tks 🇷🇺🇧🇷👍
@Sashenka979
As a Russian woman living in North America, I find men here smile to much. I prefer not to.
@TMD3453
Sounds great about celebrating at home. Good in cold winter I’m sure. Thanks Fedor!
@Aristaeuss
It's not just you, it's a problem in the States, I think. I've lived here my whole life and most of school had one group of friends. We were all very close. Once out of high school, I entered college, knowing basically nobody. NO ONE wants to get personal. They don't hardly talk about personal stuff or have any kind of deep conversations with you. That's not to say I don't like the people I'm around (I do), but they don't want those kind of relationships. I'm just your average American and I crave that sort of friendship. Haven't had it since I was a kid. The only way I've had something like that with anybody is with a buddy of mine. We decided to go get food before a late night class and we actually talked. It was nice.
@almahfoodhij1179
I have fall in love with Russian because they rarely smile to strangers which attracts me❤️ salam❤️🇴🇲
@adepujiati4389
Россия Большая, красивая и великая страна, с Лучшие военные и армия в мире Что за история Интересная культура Добрый и патриотичный человек И гениальный Путин, которого все любят Страна, которая всегда помогает, поддерживает колонизированные страны. Вот почему Индонезия и Россия всегда были хорошими друзьями. ❤ Браво Россия урааааа....
@vespiqueen1984