Great! Here’s a simple “Warmth Map” ranking cultures by emotional expressiveness vs. formality. Think of it like a grid:
Warmth Map: Emotional Expressiveness vs. Formality
| High Expressiveness / Low Formality | High Expressiveness / High Formality |
|---|---|
| Brazil | UAE |
| Mexico | Lebanon |
| Italy | India (formal settings) |
| Spain | South Korea (formal business) |
| Greece | Japan (formal business & social norms) |
| Low Expressiveness / Low Formality | Low Expressiveness / High Formality |
|---|---|
| Australia | Germany |
| UK (casual) | Switzerland |
| Canada (English-speaking) | Finland |
| Netherlands | Sweden |
💡 How to read it:
- Top-left quadrant: Warm, open, friendly—often touch, hugs, lively conversation.
- Top-right quadrant: Emotionally expressive but formal—strong hospitality, respect, ceremonial warmth.
- Bottom-left quadrant: Relaxed, casual, approachable but reserved emotionally.
- Bottom-right quadrant: Formal, reserved, polite—warmth shown through reliability, respect, and efficiency rather than hugs or words.
