They are happy – and it’s contagious. During the months spent in Bangkok I had a favorite street vendor for squid skewers. He was a young guy and he always seemed so happy. I wondered, how could he possibly enjoy working on the street, doing the same thing every day? Was he just putting a good face? Then I realized that happiness is an attitude and it comes from within. And Thai people know something about it.
They are relaxed – imagine what will happen in the Western world if the traffic light stays red for more than 10 minutes. Do you know what happens in Bangkok? Nothing! Everyone waits patiently and what is most important – silently.