Ticos (native Costa Ricans) , contrary to public opinion, do NOT all like Gringos ( Americans, Canadians, or Europeans ). The Tico personality will nearly always try to please and say what he or she thinks that YOU want to hear. You will very seldom encounter direct aggression …but you will definitely encounter passive agressive behavior against gringos. The bureaucracy in local and national agencies (as well as larger institutions ) can be maddening and frustrating. Ticos seem to actually thrive waiting in long lines and seemingly possess endless supplies…
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