Culture and Context
Michele explores how cultural tightness and looseness are influenced by environmental factors like population density and ethnic diversity. High-density areas tend to foster stricter adherence to social norms, while diverse communities encourage flexibility and adaptation. Her research reveals a continuum of rule-following across countries, highlighting unique cultural nuances, such as Japan's strictness balanced by designated fun times and New Zealand's egalitarian values that discourage standing out.In this clip
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