concept   sorrow
culture   Eastern countries
statement   In Eastern countries, displaying sorrow is seen as a sign of weakness and is kept private.
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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 despair Eastern countries Openly expressing despair may be viewed as a sign of weakness and may be met with discomfort or even disapproval. 1
2 despair eastern countries Individuals may be more likely to seek support and guidance from family or religious leaders when experiencing despair. 1
3 despair eastern cultures Expressing despair openly may be seen as a sign of weakness, and individuals may be expected to handle their emotions privately. 1
4 disappointment Eastern culture Expressing disappointment openly is often considered impolite and may be perceived as causing trouble or bringing shame to oneself and others. 1
5 disappointment Eastern cultures Expressing disappointment openly may be seen as confrontational or rude, and is often kept private or expressed indirectly. 1
6 guilt Eastern culture Guilt may be more communal in nature, with an emphasis on restoring harmony within the group rather than individual introspection. 1
7 regret Eastern cultures In some Eastern cultures, openly expressing regret or apologizing may be seen as losing face and it is important to save face in social interactions. 1
8 sorrow Eastern countries Displaying sorrow in public is often viewed as a sign of weakness and is generally kept private or expressed more subtly. 1
9 sorrow Eastern countries There is often a societal expectation to maintain composure and keep sorrow private, with public displays of emotion often discouraged. 1