There isn't really that much performative kindness in the United States as far as I can tell among most people that live there.
Apart from aging 50something creepy men demanding that young female employees smile more (and if they don't they may lose their jobs), it's actually coarse and hostile and full of scowling and feral-like stares, especially when driving.
Shit like this is what makes Americans come of as disingenuous and creepy.
Stay out of my personal space and only speak when you have something to say.
It has worked well for the Nordic countries, just look at the happiness index.
Words lose their meaning if repeated too often, show your kindness with your actions instead.
There isn't really that much performative kindness in the United States as far as I can tell among most people that live there.
Apart from aging 50something creepy men demanding that young female employees smile more (and if they don't they may lose their jobs), it's actually coarse and hostile and full of scowling and feral-like stares, especially when driving.