The Ukrainians are known as hardworking, patriots of their land, good family men and devoted wives. They are typically kind-hearted, friendly and well wishing. Ukrainians are known to be hospitable people who welcome their guests with a smile, bread and salt, and an inspiring song.
Ukrainian is tied very much to his family where he attempts to build strong and very close relationship. To care is characteristic for his mentality. As a rule, Ukrainians surround their kin with care of the motherhood sort giving support to their children until they reach maturity, and often also from then on. To some extent, such amicable relationship is also defined by the historical past: wars virtually never ceased on the territory located on the crossroads of the Western and Eastern worlds. The land suffered from predatory raids, and it was dangerous to live here: those in power changed often, and to survive intact was only possible within the circle of close relations.