Things you didn't understand about Russia - 7 weird Russian habits

[@CherylBepis]

That was adorable footage from your first bell. Thank you for sharing that.

[@dockingtroll6801]

Even if you did not say so, we would have easily recognized you.... how precious.. thank you

[@TonyW-f5z]

Eli, You have a great sense of humor.

[@alex-j4k9s]

I love how the children bring flowers to their teachers. That is so awesome! They value education and respect their educational institutions. Russia seems to have a beautiful culture. I would love to visit there some day. Sending Blessings from the USA!

[@janaaj1an889]

American herre. One collision at moderate speed was enough to make my believe in seatbelts. I hit the dashboard HARD! (are redheads common in Russia?)

[@HelenGolovina-y9h]

Well, very beautiful, buckling up only for the police. Especially if this is done when you have your own children in the car. Especially considering how many traffic accidents they have. Also, a very beautiful culture of men being drunk basically all the time, with the family violence being one of the highest in the world. A very beautiful culture of being very rude to people whenever one feels like it, a very beautiful culture of extreme corruption. When you want to go to the doctor, for example, you have to bribe someone or know someone who knows someone..... Children bring flowers to teachers, great, very cute. But put that in the context where people bring expensive cognac or even money in envelopes to their doctors.... you may see it in a different perspective. Everybody bringing some sort of presents to everyone because you never know when you may need someone. The Russian culture entirely depends on who you know and in whose good book you are. So, from far away Russia may seem beautiful, especially when that beauty is brought to you by a beautiful girl, who is actually not at all a typical Russian. I also like her videos. But trust me, when you are a little bit closer to Russia, so close that Russia is your neighbour, and you have experienced Russian terror and idiocy for centuries, you no longer really see any beauty in it. Watch some videos by Daniil Orain here on youtube, where he interviews people in Russia about what they think about Americans and you will no longer se them as beautiful souls. Americans apparently are faggots among other things who will shortly die of hunger. But maybe Russians will give them bread by humanitarian aid to just keep them alive because Russians are such good people... This is not my opinion, but an average opinion of average Russian people. Watch that channel and you will believe me. In short: The Russian culture seems beautiful only if you see it from far away and only some chosen aspects of it and ignore everything else. They are rude, intolerant, quite violent, indifferent about everything that does not concern them personally (like the war in Ukraine) Greetings from Estonia

[@Ariale618]

@@janaaj1an889only in udmurtia.

[@GhostWriter-wt8pb]

mean while in western countries.turning a 10 yo boy into a girl.vice versa.giving puberty blockers.locking parents up for opposing the evil.all political ads are about abortion and child grooming.insane.

[@Melissa-818]

Jesus loves you and he died for you. The Love of God Love is sooo big. He can listen to your sorrow, to your doubt, to your depression, to your joy, to your anxiety... Literally everything ! He cares about you, start to care more about him. Read the Bible if you want to learn more ❤

[@waynefee1561]

I am from Australia. When i was in Russia our little niece had her 1st day for the year wow i was shocked i met all her teachers she took me all through her school and yes we took flowers and she gave them to her favourite teacher a very warm day especially for her parents meeting all the parents from over the years. We took Great Grand Mother with us, and had 5 generations at school. It was Great many photo's etc. God Bless you Eli.

[@cleverlyblonde]

Greetings from Sweden. The september greeting in school was lovely. It is not corrupt at all, but a very positive and respectful sign of respect for the teachers and a great bonding experience. I loved learning of this :)

[@SIGMA_BLYAT]

Sweden 😂

[@thor9563]

How do 'intelligent women' in Russy-a feel about grandmothers (babushka's) in Ukraine being bombed out of their homes? Their water plants, electrical plants attacked by Russy-an missiles with Winter coming on? About little girls 4 years old, hit by missiles, ripped apart by disgusting Russy-ans? About orcs invading Ukrainina villages, raping their women, stealing their personal belongings, can we go on and on and on? Russy-a needs to think about what Russy-a is doing in the world. Your 'men' run like chickens from Ukrainian men and women, flee to the 'Motherland' - HAAAHHAHHAA! Russy-an 'men run like chickens from conscription officals to countries Russy-a has been bullying for a hundred years. Russy-a's national symbol in their flag - a TWO HEADED CHICKEN!! Now the world understands!!

[@annablennow3889]

I had a little girl student from Lithuania and she gave me big flowers on September the 2. I was so surprised and also felt that Sweden have really come far away from respecting the school system and teachers. I don’t think there’s any other country with so much behavior problems at schools

[@eg8343]

We also do that in philippines minus the bell stuff instead we give them flowers and gifts sometimes depends on the students. Even parents of students sometimes organized a celebratuon in school bringing food to show gratitudes to teachers for educating their childrens. It is somehow show of appreciation to teachers. We call it "Teachers day". During that day also, teachers pick one of their students to substitue them in lecturing the other students in the class while the teacher is just observing how the whole class is going.

[@jluk2945]

​@@annablennow3889 hunn, let me guess, not exactly Swedish children causing the "comotion"..., right? I was visiting Sweden about 5 years ago, it was almos the end of the school year so there were lots of groups of students going around on day trips. The ones one can tell of Swedish origin, super calm and polite, the "other" types of groups gave me the shivering as worst than in problematic schools in the developing countries (where I was a teacher).

[@fannycharbon2065]

I just read your video and I have to say , as a french , we have a lot in commun. And when i was a little girl , my family was interested by Russia culture : ballets , music , songs , ice sports. I never heard a bad comment on Russian and luckily the anti - russian propaganda never entered my home ! ❤

[@DanilooscarBlandonMartinez]

No one is anti Russia. People are anti evil acts , like invading a country and murdering innocent people, like what Putin did. People pity the Russian people that have to live under his dictatorship

[@JuLeZ274]

❤

[@FlintIronstag23]

Buying buckwheat during a perceived crisis seems pretty normal considering Russia is the largest per capita consumer of buckwheat in the world. Being a staple food that is inexpensive and non-perishable, I can see why people would stock up if they were worried about something. The panic buying of toilet paper in the spring of 2020 here in the US seems stranger to me.

[@ZER0ZER0SE7EN]

yes, and bottled water and big bags of rice by people here from Asia.

[@dergunter1237]

or the panic buying of gas where people filled plastic bags with gasoline was stranger as well

[@huge-s]

Yeah, toilet paper also disappears here in Russia as well as buckwheat.

[@alexoolau]

Angolo (Uk,USA) panic buy: toilet papers. (yeah, shit hits fans).

[@RifetOkic]

Oyea, the oh so wealthy developed Europe did the same… during a crisis they hoard toilet paper 🤦‍♂️

[@axsomoutdooradventures]

I am from the USA and we do not all think you are all evil. We are not all evil. Just humans. Thank you for sharing your videos.

[@danieliordache1734]

Yes 👍

[@danieliordache1734]

@@axsomoutdooradventures yes USA it evil because they support Israel

[@johndavidlazaro1065]

Dear Eli, I am from India and in the 1970s I worked with Russian engineers in the Indian Navy. My life changed for the better because of the commitment and encouragement given to me by them. Their discipline helped me to start my own company that is today impacting the Indian economy. All my success is because of my exposure to good Russian men. Your channel is so reflective of the good in Russia - That is something the world needs to know. In my opinion you are a global citizen and more specifically a global peace maker. Please keep up your remarkable videos that are a benchmark for all video producers globally. Please take care as the World needs commited professionals like you, Eli 👍❤️👍

[@eugeneshenesky2033]

❤ very good comment.

[@IndoPakCanvas]

What a lovely post. May you go from success to success brother. ;~]

[@divaextraordinary]

How beautiful to read this. Thank you for sharing. I will visit Russia next 😊.

[@saketmeena9581]

Communist Russia developed or already had good culture. But not communist China.

[@julierowe1732]

Second this.

[@hk1435]

Keep up the good work! The world needs to understand one another. Don’t get the hatred defeat you. 👍👍

[@fifi23o5]

Amen to that!

[@meinvornamemeinnachname715]

Greatings from Germany. Thanks a lot for doing these videos.

[@terrygivens132]

I love how you all celebrate beginning of school as it such a good thing to acknowledge education as a big deal to children.

[@irmavalenzuela1084]

I agree with you. It is the most fascinating thing to learn, and how much the brain can learn , and we don't even use our full brain. Just imagine how much more we could learn if we used it all. God bless the people of the world.❤🎉

[@Melissa-818]

Jesus loves you and he died for you. The Love of God Love is sooo big. He can listen to your sorrow, to your doubt, to your depression, to your joy, to your anxiety... Literally everything ! He cares about you, start to care more about him. Read the Bible if you want to learn more ❤

[@АндрейКлючников-д1ф]

in russia schools is like a prison in US, or worse

[@ernststeenberg7226]

Buckweed is one of the few foods on earth that has allmost everything in it to sustain you for a very long time. It is a super food that carried millions of Russians through very difficult times in history.

[@mohamadali4864]

Ghreshka?

[@Mary0Kule]

Exactly. Full of proteins, iron, vitamins e.t.c. 10-12 minutes to boil.

[@meganmodelia397]

Buckwheat. Not buckweed.

[@cristitanase6130]

Yeap, super survival food. And it can last for ever. Add some water and you can eat when you want.

[@lisalarouge6309]

Never seen this in the US.

[@gaggleesyt]

People shouldn't be sending you threats. Governmental decisions do not represent the public. Your people are amazing. Please ignore the haters!

[@UnderTheBlueBeanBush]

Russia is not a democracy, so you can't charge the russian people for what their crazy leaders are doing...

[@GiovanniMazzeo-r1n]

I agree !👍

[@never-2-late997]

You are incredible, showing us the beauty and wonderful things in Russia. Here in the USA we not shown theas things. The people of Russia are just like everywhere, they want happiness and prosperity. A lot of things are so unique to your country and I enjoy learning from you and your videos. Please don’t stop, we need to know about the world

[@williamanderson6384]

Dear Eli, Please continue with your sharing of information. You do it so well. It's so important and so appreciated. We wish you all the best. Thank you.

[@haldeverna4101]

Eli you may have been born , raised , and educated in Russia but your soul comes from every culture on earth . Thanks for sharing .

[@kellyhughes5818]

Thank you so much for your content. My husband and I live in the US and find Russia fascinating! We have grown up with so many false narratives that it's an eyeopener to be able to see a glimpse of real life. Thank you again! May God bless you and your family ❤️

[@chuenyeelau]

Eli you have shown the world that the Russian culture is one of the most beautiful in the world - Intelligent, scholastic, elegant, artistic, strength and passionate. Long live Russia and all the Russian people. Cheers from Canada

[@SIGMA_BLYAT]

Okay but what about sanctions?

[@chuenyeelau]

Talk to my stupid PM in Ottawa

[@ИгорьЕремов-щ4к]

@@SIGMA_BLYAT Normal people don’t care it all government

[@dianablackman4528]

AMEN

[@stanleypomogiti8633]

@@SIGMA_BLYAT lol you seriously ask the guy as if he was the one to make them

[@AustinStephan]

I'm an American who has always been somewhat of a "Russophile"; the culture and people have always interested me. I just found your channel and it's so wonderful to get a glimpse into your experiences. I can't wait to watch more of your videos!

[@RevLev06]

The 'first bell' sounds like a great tradition. Keep up this tradition.

[@danielasterling6936]

BARILOCHE USHUAIA ICE HOCKEY A R G E N T I N A

[@HvatKondrat]

@@danielasterling6936 Argentina vs. Jamaica - 5:0

[@tammylove8337]

I agree

[@andrejgulic6623]

I've travelled most of the world countries, and Russia quite touch me, I've seem north and south, love the people, the coulture, the history, the nature... i've love to come back one day... Greetings frim Slovenia

[@uroszaric3497]

In Serbia we also celebrate Old new year. Someone called it Orthodox or Serbian new year.

[@kumlacharlie9076]

In Klingon we do it too!

[@costakeith9048]

It is the ecclesiastical new year in accordance with the Christian calendar. The first great feast of the year is the Nativity of the Theotokos on September 8th and the last is the Dormition of the Theotokos on August 15th, in between the two is the new year on September 1st. Of course, this is September 1st on the Ecclesiastical calendar, so if you're on the Old Calendar, as in Serbia, this should fall on September 14th on the Julian or civil calendar.

[@coldsharkride]

Eli, after just a few of your videos, I can see that not only do Americans misunderstand Russian culture, we really know little-to-nothing to misunderstand in the first place. The tradition of carrying women's bags is laudable and in some ways even heroic. The tradition of having an 11th grader carry a 1st grader on his shoulders is so purely good on its face, it's hard to imagine anyone opposing it. What a great symbol of how one generation literally lifts up another! I can't see how giving flowers to ones' teacher could be thought of as bribery! Sheesh! We have a lot to learn from each other. . . but don't look to the American public school system for anything positive. Protect your kids and stay far away from this soul destroying machine!

[@misscinnabun79]

This!

[@y.peffle2802]

I live in America now and always give teachers flowers the first day, they absolutely love it !

[@snausagesmcqueef1604]

I was so moved by that tradition- what a beautiful ceremony. ❤ It clearly fosters a sense of pride in the whole schooling experience.

[@TheLeftwheel]

I feel like I was very lucky to get a good education when I went to public school in my youth. I feel like having good schooling is something that has been slowly taken away from younger generations as our politicians leech money from our education system to pay for things we don't need. Teachers are grossly underpaid and they're required to teach to standardized tests instead of teaching children how to learn and how to love learning.

[@MrDeanmfitz]

​@@y.peffle2802nerd alert!

[@monica1518]

I didn't ever think Russia is evil....for me Russia is a sister❤ kisses from Italia

[@billtsirtsis7060]

Eli, you are a great communicator and a fantastic ambassador for Russia!

[@aegishjalmur8782]

WE LOVE YOU, ELI🌹🌿🕊️✨💖✨PLease Continue On With Your Interesting, Informative, &Beautiful Cultural Videos.✨❤️🤍💙✨

[@Syammauryaz]

I love the fact the Russia and most Russians loves traditions and family values and respect the elders & teachers. Most of these traits are same here in India especially the warning about the police part and respecting the teachers. Food is a major difference between our cultures

[@dawidlach6251]

97% of 🇷🇺 eat meat and 53% of 🇮🇳 eat meat so its a difference.

[@Hello123v]

I’ve lived in America for 25 years and I still send my kids to school with flowers on the first day! ❤

[@irmavalenzuela1084]

I am a teacher for 35 years, and never did I recieved a flower on the first day, but I think it's a wonderful idea. Thank you Russia

[@robertspencer7498]

Thank you Eli so much for teaching about Russia. I am fascinated by your series and trying to see them all! Frank from Jackson, Mississippi, U S A

[@Sdempsey2023]

Hi Eli, I live in the the Southwest of the U.S. and we flash our car headlights to warn other drivers of police too. But it is also common to report drunk drivers or other unsafe drivers to the police too. I don’t think people generally call in each other for not wearing seat belts or speeding unless the driver is jeopardizing others safety. Hope the helps explain….thx for sharing your culture.

[@ldcbossrob3938]

Dont forget Susan the high beam tap to move someone over from the left lane. Some states its, 'keep right except to pass'.. We sometimes turn our left signal on too until they move over.

[@jaimegomez3114]

Came to say same

[@pauloalbergaria]

Same behavior in Portugal

[@christophertyler8051]

Same here in the Uk too .........

[@robirisheureka]

Same in Australia

[@djholliday5132]

I love how Russians celebrate education & honor educators. This should be a tradition in every nation. Edit: In Texas we also flash our high beams to warn of police checking for speed. Although, it has lost popularity over the years as it could trigger road rage.

[@veselovskyso]

In the northern regions of Russia, for example in Siberia, people are ready to help each other. The natural conditions there are difficult, so over the centuries a new community of people has formed there - the Siberians. For example, in Siberia they will never drive past a car that has stopped on the side of the road. If it happens in winter, then even if you refuse help, they will definitely come and help almost by force. They think maybe you’re not local, then you’re stupid and don’t understand that you’re in danger. In Texas, for example, in the desert, is there something similar?

[@terrygivens132]

Agreed

[@djholliday5132]

@veselovskyso Texans have always been helpful to neighbors, however, times have changed & some people may hesitate to stop & help due to the danger of predators. If it is a neighbor or community member Texans are very likely to lend a hand. Thanks for the info of your comment. Very interesting.

[@djholliday5132]

@@veselovskyso see comment above

[@robertnicolas6716]

Y'all have too many chemtrails over there

[@emo7636]

The flowers for teachers and the older boy carrying the first-year girl ringing the bell is such a great tradition. It seems so respectful and lovely.

[@ralphlohmann8549]

Hi Eli, I am a little bit older and grew up as a typical West German with parents coming from West Berlin flying with Pan Am to West Berlin to my grandparents. Eastern Germany and Russia was the breed of evil and all bad; then came reunification and we have seen surprisingly some more resistance from Thatcher than Gorbatchow to this; some 20 years ago I got known to my Russian wife, learned some Russian and visited and got known to Russia a little bit between Astrachan, krasnodar and St Petersburg (still nothing); with this emphasis, your own "Western" world turns to a new perspective. And especiaclly as a German I was never ever confronted by Russians about our crimes in WWII (unlike e.g. the Dutch in the 1990s still did); Russians are very generous, also as thes simply have no other one one to blame for their destiny. They alsways stand by themselves and know this. Nowadays. I am deeply in love with Russia, their kindness, and emphathy to others. Unlike in American TV, Russian TV is BY FAR more international and despite being the largest country, showing its people that there is a world abroad. I am happy to know Russians and to have two bi-lingual kids,

[@paulgre3793]

I love the part where you rang the school bell as a little kid- that’s very cute. I like what you shared about some Russian quirks. This is what I presume will interest most people- showing the raw and real culture of Russia. Whether others like it or not, Russia is a vast country that is rich in history, resources and culture. I think you should continue to share that with us……the rich, the poor, the good, the bad, the beautiful and the ugly. Thanks for sharing 👍🙏🙏

[@georgeboatright6635]

my wife grew up in what is now Slovakia in a small town in the north. many of the customs you discussed she has told me about: flowers for teachers, swimming in the winter, dachas (chata in Slovak). I enjoy your channel. thanks.

[@davidjohnzenocollins]

I'm wondering if the First Bell and flowers for teacher aren't an old Soviet custom.

[@venyz6035]

@@davidjohnzenocollins Also, we have last bell for people who end the 11th grade but not everyone ends the 11th grade because some children go to college for example

[@tommckellen342]

It's not about whether the gift giving is corruption in this context described. Its more that the mindset of, I give this gift, in this very ritual, almost superstitious way (most Russians admit they have this ritualistic, superstitious, non empirical mindset) for this or that service, becomes 'I give this gift for favours'. You already paid for this or that service, in the majority of cases so, whilst the giving of a gift might have hood intentions, empirically speaking, it is merely a fact that one person paid, say 2000 rubles + 1 gift and the next person paid 2000 rubles + no gift, and to think that a subtle barter system doesn't exist in the Russian mind is naive and insincere. So this is how it works in Russia. Russians slowly develop the habit of giving things for favours and this is why the country is as corrupt as everyone says. This young lady cannot even comprehend Putin's corruption, it would literally shake the foundations of what she knows is possible. Face and facade and the fake morality which the mediocre FSB agen leaders apply to their population, is hard to see through when you have mostly lived under Tsars, and similar, for your entire history.

[@kazgoz2529]

Your Russian and Slovak traditions are similar to Polish.

[@ako6252]

@@tommckellen342 i cant imagine a teacher who would feel like they need to "return the favor" just for a bunch of flowers on September the 1st. Its not a gift and it's not a ritual. Its a simple tradition. And most of these flowers end up in a trash (okay, sometimes given away to someone else), because there are around 30 kids assigned to 1 teacher and keeping so many flowers or even remembering who brought what is kinda impossible. To me, its a beautiful tradition, when the teachers are honored as they deserve. One can find dirt everywhere..

[@veneradone3722]

As a Romanian I can relate to everything, it’s the same here as well. I’m really enjoying your videos, please keep posting❤

[@АндрейКлючников-д1ф]

your schools in Romania like prisons too?

[@NORTHSTARLOGISTICSLLC]

How wonderful!! I love the beauty and formality of Russian culture. Thank you very much for sharing this with me.😊

[@chantschu]

Please don’t stop your channel. I love your channel since I’m learning Russian since one month. Ignore the haters. All the best from Austria 🙏🏼😊

[@amyxdarling3013]

Brothers and sisters from Russia you have a great and beautiful traditions! Please, keep them alive in years and years to come! You must know that not exactly "the whole world" is against Russia this days.On the contrary !!! Maybe my Slavic ancestors are speaking....😂😂,but I don't think so.Obviously Russia is a great country with even greater cultural diversity! This whole madness in the world (and russofobia) will pass! It has to! Evil will never defeat good! Never have and never will! Eli, please, keep making this vids. As a random (but not alone) person from Europe, I wish you nothing but the best!Stay strong ❤

[@douglasprice7099]

I love your optimism and curiosity. Your blog is very interesting and I appreciate your perspective. Thank you.

[@Daswars777]

What a beautiful country with such a unique culture and people. Its exactly traditions like these, that keep Russia so valuable.

[@JKCgrandpa]

I found the first day of school tradition endearing and admirable. Where I live, (near Seattle) we will also blink our lights to warn on-coming drivers of a police “speed trap”. But we will also call 911 to report drivers who are driving so recklessly that they are a real threat to others or themselves, (probably drunk).

[@paulinejensen7968]

Regarding blinking of your car lights to warn others of police, I believe it's mainly truckers that do this. Otherwise, it's done when other car still has "high beams" on when they should be turned off when there is an on-coming car (to avoid blinding them)

[@kimberlylay1005]

@@paulinejensen7968 if u make an up and down motion w ur arm, the trucker will honk his horn.

[@normansifford1481]

Dearest Eli, we are enjoying your videos of Russia. We love learning of different cultures. On comparing Russia, USA and others people are basically the same worldwide. Good and bad people are to be found in every nation. We feel the primary culprit of corruption is to be found in the various governments. Good work Eli! We are in South Carolina, USA.

[@KBT1951]

Eli, I think the haters will always want to hate and have an audience. You do a wonderful job of sharing what it is to be Russian and I love that. Don't let negative people discourage you.

[@VHSKacceta]

I will explain the tradition about flowers for the teacher. In Russia, from the very first grade to the ninth, the entire group of children is led by one teacher. She is like your second mother and plays an important role in the life of a Russian child. A "homeroom teacher" who takes care of his students, solves their problems and interacts with their parents, makes sure that everyone comes to school and does not skip. I had a wonderful teacher and we all loved her and gave her flowers not only on September 1, but also on her birthday, we also brought a cake and after school everyone drank tea with a cake congratulating our teacher on the holiday. When we graduated from school, she cried and was sad that our paths diverged. She will have to educate a new generation for 9 years. I am 24, I still remember her and she makes me warm in my soul, she really was a second mother for us and played an important role in our upbringing. Teachers in Russia play an important role in education and students and their parents express gratitude for the work of teachers, so they give flowers on September 1 and especially at graduation

[@olgaluna6447]

I remember how my father took me to his first classroom teacher - the teacher who taught him in grades 1-4. My father wars born in 1939, so these must be the years of 1945-1950. And we were vising her in late 1990s. The teacher was over 80 years old already at that time. This was such a touching meeting!!! This teacher loved my father and visa versa. All walls of this lady's apartment were covered with collective photos of her classes throughout her teacher's career. And she showed me a photo with my father's class and my father on it (he was 8 or 9 years old). We had tea with strawberry jam and we also brought flowers and a cake. The lady's daughter was there as well. And we had such a warm and pleasant time together.

[@maximwilson1482]

Interesting …is this the case in both urban and rural schools?

[@kathyfree5376]

Love that one teacher idea

[@miolllw8322]

@@maximwilson1482 yes

[@DenOfTen]

@@maximwilson1482 Yes, it happens everywhere. But in fact, you only have one teacher from class 1-4. is impossible, because one teacher cannot perfectly know the Russian language, History, Biology, Geography of the world, etc. And in Russian education, Mathematics, History of the world, Social Studies, Geography of the world, etc., plays a very important role. In college, I had more than 8 varieties of mathematics at all.

[@Glowwwsummer]

Plz do more about russian habit and culture. I'm craving for that.. also the russian body language please

[@johnison76]

Loved this segment! The school tradition is very special and kudos to the Russian culture for their carrying on this tradition.

[@avazanski]

Hi Eli, I’m Israeli, my parents came from USSR in the 90’s, and We still celebrate «старый новый год» :)

[@xia1122]

You can’t be Israeli, what you mean is that you’re an illegal settler occupying Middle Eastern land.

[@lettyschlieper7410]

Never lose your customs and traditions. NEVER.

[@UrielX1212]

Heavens no. The USA is rotting because we are letting it all go.

[@robinenbernhard]

​@@UrielX1212same in the netherlands my country

[@JohnSmith-fo5cx]

@@UrielX1212 this is a whole of western culture issue...so sad.

[@KR72534]

Russians would be better off without its drinking culture (25% of Russian males die of alcoholism), it’s machismo culture (which causes a very high crime rate) and its culture of subordination to brutal tyrants.

[@kaybrown4010]

Yes. Please love your culture and traditions. We in America have impoverished ourselves because if something’s new, it’s automatically better.

[@davidwagner6116]

My Grandad was Russian. Thanks for showing some good sides of Russian culture! That September 1 is really special.

[@thor9563]

How do 'intelligent women' in Russy-a feel about grandmothers (babushka's) in Ukraine being bombed out of their homes? Their water plants, electrical plants attacked by Russy-an missiles with Winter coming on? About little girls 4 years old, hit by missiles, ripped apart by disgusting Russy-ans? About orcs invading Ukrainina villages, raping their women, stealing their personal belongings, can we go on and on and on? Russy-a needs to think about what Russy-a is doing in the world. Your 'men' run like chickens from Ukrainian men and women, flee to the 'Motherland' - HAAAHHAHHAA! Russy-an 'men run like chickens from conscription officals to countries Russy-a has been bullying for a hundred years. Russy-a's national symbol in their flag - a TWO HEADED CHICKEN!! Now the world understands!!

[@I_Stand_With_RussiaZOV]

I'm an American everything I see and know about different Russian culture is beautiful

[@venkats0iitk]

The best one is the story about the seat belts! We Indians are EXACTLY the same!

[@desert2012warrior]

DONT STOP WHAT YOUR DOING. Don’t stop your channel. I’m 💯 supporting you.

[@amandabillingsley9436]

My ballet teachers were from St. Petersburg. I wouldn’t say they were cold just very formal. Like I spent every day with them and they were still formal and serious. Hard workers, they taught me hard work!❤️

[@ernststeenberg7226]

What a very special tradition you have to start every school year. My wife is a teacher and she will absolutely love to be spoiled and appreciated with a bunch of flowers and just the whole celebration of a new years of learning.💙💙💙

[@danielasterling6936]

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[@HvatKondrat]

My first "1 September" was in 1985. I remember that the teacher's entire table and window sills were covered in flowers and the whole school smelled exclusively of flowers

[@radboog]

Yes, I loved to learn about this Russian tradition. It seems like a great way to meet your classmates before instruction starts for the year. I wish the United States had such a clear start to the school year. I never know which of my nephews and nieces start school in August, which in September, and some start on Monday, some on Thursday. It's so random!

[@jameswalley134]

In Australia we have been wearing seatbelts in cars since the early 1970’s. It’s become as automatic to put your seatbelt on as starting the engine of the car ….. and these seatbelts have saved thousands of lives, my own included. BTW … love your videos. Best wishes from Sydney Australia.

[@budharampatel5879]

Hi, dear, how r u??

[@fionamcmillan7147]

I am British and visited Russia when it was the CCCP in 1982 with a school tour group. It had so many beautiful buildings and museums. We also saw the Ballet. Such a rich culture. Thank you for sharing on your channel.

[@raymondnagel5431]

Loved every bit of this. The best road to peace is to learn about others and understand.

[@hardmanst]

Spot on Raymond

[@Borat_Kazakh]

Yes. And if that doesn't work, send your tanks, artillery, and missiles to destroy innocent people. Dead people are always quite peaceful.

[@vesnastojanovic2155]

I really agree with you raymond

[@donnawest866]

I love the idea of celebrating the new year of knowledge at the beginning of the school year! I would love for us to adopt this custom in the USA. Very interesting video Eli! Thanks!

[@stark2568]

I too like it, it is a great tradition and kind of sense of good feeling for the student community help each other! Every country should follow this!

[@danielasterling6936]

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[@honesty3440]

Be proud being a russian. A great , beautiful, supertalented intelligent people . ❤️

[@mohamadali4864]

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[@rodgerslape]

I have many Russian friends and I have visited Russia several times over the past 20 years. It is always a joy. I have been met with outstanding hospitality and great friendship. Keep up your good work, Eli. I wish you well.

[@johncochran5171]

I'm 72 and from Oklahoma. I was taught to stand when being introduced to someone, give up my seat to ladies, use manners like "Yes, Sir; Yes, Ma'm" "May I?"; offer to help carry for men and women. I was taught it's from our Southern tradition back to Tennessee. And all my family are blue corllar. Having manners is a virtue. There's far too many wealthy families that have trashy culture.

[@foobar6194]

I was taught those IN PUBLIC SCHOOL in New Jersey in the 50s and 60s.

[@danielasterling6936]

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[@rebeccamarie4065]

I’m a millennial. My mom’s family is from the south and that was how I was raised.

[@tammylove8337]

What were you taught about being hospital maternity ward, churches, schools, and everything Jewish??? Clearly Russia's leaders were not taught the same!!! 😭😥😠

[@MikeOxlong-]

@@tammylove8337 ruZZia’s mix-mashing of church and state is just another tool of control over the populace. Even the not-Z master’s friend and patriarch Kirill is (or was) a kgb asset (or asshat)...

[@TelmaFrege]

Ignore the haters! Your channel is so good and informative!

[@cooldogbearbutt3806]

What about merpiness, though?

[@davidjohnzenocollins]

@@cooldogbearbutt3806 Merpiness? What the heck is that?

[@TelmaFrege]

@Diane M not at all. She says in her videos she gets hate messages and threats. Why? Hers is not a political channel, she’s just showing us the beauty of her country. It doesn’t mean she or us agree with what the Russian military is doing in the Ukraine. Why are these trolls threatening her? What do they gain? Are they ending the war by doing that? Stop oversimplifying and stop attacking innocent civilians.

[@pekkajohannesvirkkula7473]

Is speaking truth nowadays forbidden? Hate is something what russisns are doing !!!

[@TelmaFrege]

@Diane M 🥱 I didn’t read even half your reply. I’m not interested🥱

[@mixwellnz]

Hi Eli, so cute of you sharing your childhood video with us. Growing up have studied in both China and New Zealand, I think western culture don’t respect their teachers as much. In China we also start school on the 1st of Sept every year (I think we learnt a lot from the Russians back then) and I think around 10th Sept it’s teachers day which we bring gifts and cards of appreciation to the teachers.

[@teak932]

Canada does the flashing lights as well. I'm really enjoying your channel!

[@DailyJAB]

This was great Eli. A lot of people here in the US do the same thing with the seatbelts and the flashing of the headlights (depending on where you are). We mock our government all the time lol. The first bell footage was adorable and the men carrying things for the ladies was sweet.

[@elgasalme9331]

She do not mention that in general Russian men treat women like piece of sh... They never do houseworks, never spend time with children, women are never taken seriously.

[@jamesbond8608]

I don’t like the idea of eating baby horses 🤮

[@mh-gn1rc]

Sweet heart you're such a lovely young woman...I love Russian culture and Russian people. I wish I could speak better your marvelous language. Thank you very much for your videos. I hope i'll soon have the possibility to go to Russia.

[@JohnSchwandke]

You could add... "Peeling a banana". I am from United States and on my first visit to the Caucus Mountain region was a guest in a traditional Russian home. On my first morning at the breakfast table I was surprised to see such a large group. Everyone, including the neighbors, wanted to meet an American. In 1998 it was unusual to have an American visitor in this region. When I began to "peel a banana" there was a huge gasp from the entire group. They pointed... they laughed... they all started talking to each other at the same time. I asked my host (the only English speaker other than me) what did I do? She said... "they want to know why you broke the handle?" In United States we break the stem and start peeling from there. In Russia you hold the banana by the stem... pinch the opposite end to break the seal... and peel the banana while holding the stem. The stem becomes the handle. It made so much sense to me, that since that day I peel a banana like a Russian. I Love Russia! I love their traditions.

[@hardmanst]

I would never have thought to do that. We can learn so much from each other if we are just prepared to be open and not stereo type others

[@ronaldl9085]

I peel my banana the "Russian" way too. But only after I learned that chimpansees do it like that too, and it's way easier and less messy to do it that way.

[@lancetschirhart7676]

yeah, peeling the banana from the stem is ineffective and ridiculous. I have no idea why I was taught this way, but I never went back obviously

[@robertnomok9750]

Idk, I live in Russia and I always break the "handle". Its just easier.

[@educetheme4175]

Stem peeler here, there is some junk at the other end I prefer not to eat or touch, which gets discarded with the peel, so there is that.

[@newdaynewwayswithsama_sama4753]

Girl you are hilarious, thanks for your beautiful videos, and you are different and brave girl. Honestly my mom is Russian also, and I am proud of her beautiful and meaningful culture. So please continue and show to world, the beautiful aspects of royal, genuine and kind and for sure respectful family culture in Russian, specially Moscow. God bless you sweetheart 😊🌷

[@lizonalexis9776]

Russians are humble people, they can laugh about themselves, that s awesome! French people can't do it. I think that the best tradition in Russia is buying Grechka; it's the proof that you are really rational and that you can adapt to any treat that comes. In Eu, few country's people accept to adapt to difficulties nowadays!

[@bkyuch]

I‘m from Bulgaria and we also have very similar traditions, like the Epiphany bathing. I did it myself! But you really win and totally got me with the ice bathing part when it‘s -54 degrees. Now I want to visit this part of the world and do it myself.

[@melanieespinoza4193]

I am from Texas and am only at 3:03 into the video but have already sent it to my dad. What you are explaining is EXACLY how Texas men act. My dad is definitely still in the "Cold War' mentality and refuses to listen to anything outside of western media about the 'special operation'. I am trying to introduce him to you, Eli, because you are the most 'Non Threatening" Russian person I have ever come across on you tube. I have watched you prior to the current difficulties and thought you would be a good ambassador to my dad. We shall see, tonight was the first time I forwarded your videos. I think I sent 3 or 4, so I probably overwhelmed him. He loves pretty girls, so I think he will survive! LOL

[@Daswars777]

Wonderful effort. Hope more people can reach their hands for a better world.

[@kaneru8593]

I also noticed that we have lot of things in common with texas guys. There's also one KZbinr from texas in Russia explaining common thing's.

[@NORTHSTARLOGISTICSLLC]

Russia is what Texans wish America was.

[@frankjones5188]

​@@NORTHSTARLOGISTICSLLC true

[@yomer355]

​@@NORTHSTARLOGISTICSLLC so, a poor shithole with high crime rates, suicide rates, abortion rates, HIV-prevalence?

[@emmanuelsaridakispiano]

Amazing! While watching this video at some point, I felt like I was seeing my country, Greece. It was like that in the nineties. Based on my life experiences I would say that about 70 to 80% of what you are describing is pretty similar to Greece. I really enjoyed! Keep up the good work Eli.

[@rebecca.m6068]

I love the school tradition you all have. I wish we did that in the US!

[@dreamtphd]

Russians have good moral values; love most of them. Continue to talk about your country; you are doing a good job Eli.❤❤❤

[@namekik]

Eli, you are a beautiful soul. Thanks for enlightening me more about Russian culture. It is a beautiful culture and your small town background is a lot similar to my experience growing up in my village in Nigeria although I now live in the US.

[@MB-gv3zs]

Eli, you've taught us many new things. Thank you.

[@elausraliano]

I love the school traditions! In Australia everyone wears their seat belt, even in some buses. No exceptions. the state of Victoria was the first in the world to make seat belts compulsory (due to the high road accident mortality at the time) in 1970, I think, only for driver and front-seat passenger and, in 1982, it became compulsory for rear seat passengers as well. Victoria was also the first place in the world to make windscreen wipers compulsory in 1932.

[@marekgarbowski2364]

As someone who grew up in Poland in 80's and part of 90's I can understand first 4 points. It took me a while to adjust to western culture where some of those habits which I viewed as "good culture" were seen as strange (opening doors for ladies, giving up bus seat for females or elderly, first and last days of school being a huge deal etc.). Keep up good work on bringing understanding of Slavic culture to the rest of the world. When we understand each other hopefully we will fear each other less.

[@elgasalme9331]

What is western culture? Putins vocabulary. Only in Scandinavia you can meet these door issues, never experienced in Europe. But they help women with house works and childern a lot. Russian men rarely do it and in general they treat women like sluts. So opening doors do not show any respect at all to feel proud about that habit. At home after opened doors woman is beaten.

[@apdjr5758]

What about us who live in the Far East, the ASEAN REGION. Our cultural heritage stem from the same route your ancestors came. We also practice those "strange" rituals ourselves (opening doors for ladies, giving up bus seats for female and elderly, 1st and last days of school year is a big deal. YES, YES, YES we experienced exactly all those virtues. I'm 76 now and have those root feelings in my veins... and in our country. We treat our women and elderly with respect, and beat our children with sticks. But not anymore in 2022. Life changes.

[@lickedcat]

russia culture of giving flowers to teachers only looks corrupt to westerners where the education system is used to confuse children and do devious things to them without their parents knowledge.

[@aarondilley5266]

@@apdjr5758 we had the same things in the US when I was young but it has changed.

[@simplica1]

I love those things that Slavic men do for women! I guess I am a bit old fashioned and not all old fashioned things are bad!

[@Xx-ib6bf]

Wow! I learned so much that I Never heard of before! The Sep. 1st custom is Beautiful. You should be very proud. Acknowledgement of learning, teachers, & community is beautiful. Everyone should be proud of their unique culture, & traditions, and heritage! From a woman in the US. Salutations and God bless.

[@PudgyFish47]

Thank you for the insight, Eli! Complain if you will about Russia, but Eli is a rare gem, so bright, fun, and talented.

[@markprior6009]

Good to see you again Eli. You’re a lovely lady and believe me when I say that you’re breaking down cultural barriers ❤️. Keep up the fantastic work xx

[@danielasterling6936]

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[@plyjhny]

She is an arm of the Russian state media apparatus

[@gary62or45]

Eli, thank you so much for this video. It is so heart warming to see some of your traditions, a lot like those in USA. Loved the ribbons in your hair during your first bell…..Gary from the USA

[@jerryfischer3988]

Love your tradition of treating your women by carrying their things. But the flowers and bell ringing September 1 is fabulous!

[@ognjenmastelica178]

Legendary, just subscribed after watching several videos. I love what and how you talk about your country and what you focus on. Warm regards from Serbia. Љубав! (Love!)

[@dlawn19]

The September 1st tradition is absolutely precious. I loved seeing that. And how adorable were you?!! 💐🥰

[@curtake]

Eli, Thank you for all your human and knowledgeable programs. They both warm and give me facts about Russia, which is not allowed in my country Sweden, where I live. I both understand and enjoy the Russian habits and your culture, the respect between men and women, the family traditions and the respect for teachers, school and knowledge. In Sweden, such values are unfortunately set aside and silenced by the state and the mass media. I would love to give You a flower if I could reach out with it.

[@Inspireradavstatyer]

@curtake Herregud, sluta sprida lögner om Sverige och göra dig till ett offer

[@brendasusanchristensen7058]

I’m so glad you have kept showing us the culture of your country! Thank you from Wyoming USA

[@pavelsmom1089]

New subscriber here and great content in your video! 1 year ago, I hired a Russian lady (age 34) at my work (police station) in California, USA. We love her as she is smart, good worker and good humor. She is a good representative of the Russian people. ❤

[@och6682]

That is so lovely to hear. I am smiling...I ve lived in Ireland for 20 years. Once my colleague told me if all Russians are like you, I am happy with them))). To what I said, well I can't vouch for every Russian, she said well I can't vouch for every Irish person either lol. I studied in Canada and travelled to many other countries including the US. One thing I learned people are people, and one comes across very caring and nice people and similarly across not so nice people....and just like someone wrote in a comment here we all want happiness.... Eli, thank you for your videos, they are very genuine and give people a true insight into the life in Russia ❤

[@vickimaddox8711]

I love the first bell for school children learning more about children and their education is very interesting. Thank you

[@chrystalholley5545]

Eli, my husband and I watch you all the time. We love you! Please don't listen to people who complain. As Americans from Texas, we can tell you that people here flash their lights to warn people about police. People everywhere have customs that do not always make sense. My family comes from Finland originally, so much of what you show of the Sami and Northern Russia fits my family. Keep up the great work.

[@kumlacharlie9076]

Ooooh, chrystal, your so special. I wont tell you what 100% of all of my Finnish friends think about Ruzzkyies and your v´comment, cuz it wouldnt be anything nice - hugs and kisses. Doint miss next train to Ruzzkyie land - god speed!

[@danielasterling6936]

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[@lonelyyoutuber5740]

@Diane M you’re mad. Why bring nato to a nice conversation warmongers

[@williamfitzgerald2953]

I'm really happy to see your blog is still going strong. Don's worry about Ukraine situation. A large number, if not majority of Canadians, are very dismissive of the war propaganda.

[@maryjosandoval7058]

Thank You for sharing your country ❤with us, it’s lovely!

[@sen0093]

Hi Eli,I am from India and I have gone through all of your travel videos where you have visited the different provinces in Russia. I found this country is so beautiful and so big.I don't know whether I will get a chance to see your country but I wish may be someday I will visit.. Love from India🇮🇳🇮🇳❤️❤️

[@harrybarrow6222]

I love your videos, Eli. It is important for all of us to see how people in other countries live. There are differences, but so much is the same.

[@birdnerd6651]

I grew up reading Russian literature and have always had a romantic view of the country. I am looking forward to the day when I can visit St. Petersburg and take trains across the country, visiting small villages.

[@robertingersoll332]

I think the teacher Sept 1 is a wonderful thing! And the extra New Years is great! The US panics sometimes as well. Except for us it is toilet paper. I think I will pass on the ice baths. Big Thanks!

[@bobhollis6077]

Eli, when I was much younger, maybe 30 years ago, I would flash my lights to warn about the police. Others would flash me. I am from the US near Pittsburgh. I don't notice this anymore. Also I've never heard about anyone calling the police on another driver unless they were really doing something really bad or dangerous. Like a drunk driver wandering all over the road. Thank you so much for doing these videos. Mostly we are all the same, and shouldn't be hating each other! любовь Bob

[@milagrotorres5960]

I have a new friend, and he is russian and I am trying to learn his culture. Everything is so different from what I have been told all my life. I'm falling in love with this culture :) it's so exciting!

[@wlbraun2024]

Really sad hearing you're threatened and demanded to stop your channel. Please don't! It's people like you we need to get our own societies on track again once these weird times are over! Love and respect from Germany.