Optimism and future orientation are characteristic features of British mentality. I was impressed by one answer given by a student majoring in computer science. On the contrary, the majority of Russian students do not know what they are planning to do after they get their Diplomas. Englishmen perceive the future as something positive, happier and better than 'today'. Many Russians, in their turn, have expectations of uncertainty, referring to the Presidential elections, which could radically change their lives.
Informality is a striking and vivid mentality set.
Englishmen often smile on the streets, can easily start a conversation with a stranger, and address each other by first names. Personal Space awareness is very important in business contacts. If there are more, passengers will not be allowed to get on the bus. Obviously, an reatunsuspecting 'Russian soul' expressing a great sense of community may lead to cross-cultural misinterpretations. Russians are very warm, emotional and honest, once they have overcome their initial natural suspicions of each other.