I've often regarded this as one of the main cultural differences between Americans and Britons (with Gabriel being more like a Brit in this particular generali[

I've often regarded this as one of the main cultural differences between Americans and Britons (with Gabriel being more like a Brit in this particular generali[z|s]ation). And my conclusion is that this phenomenon cuts both ways. There are benefits and downsides to being highly enthusiastic or being reserved and I'm glad that there are different kinds of people on this planet. Kumbaya.