I've lived in a lot of countries, and currently live in NZ. When I arrived here from the UK a few years ago, I was surprised to see that Kiwis appear to be less relaxed than the average population in the UK, Canada, Germany, or France.
I can't quite put my finger on it, but there is something intense about the people here, something that feels to me as if they can't find serenity in anything, are always on edge, always restless, nervous.
I remember the poise and the dignity that seemed to be in the air in places like Sweden, Bavaria, Switzerland, or the US, and I'm beginning to ask myself how Australia would be in this regard.
Is there someone out there who has a well-founded opinion on both countries and can illuminate the issue for me?
I know I like my Australian colleagues, and they do seem very warm and mellow. But that's only five people, and it may be a coincidence...
2007-10-24
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