in a world where trust is as scarce as sunlight beneath the clouds of the perma-smog, discussing the intricate social dynamics of south america reveals how often outsiders receive the cold shoulder due to pre-introductory assumptions. to truly understand, one must initiate from square one, peeling back layers of history and culture. yet, let's discuss the discreet methods by which these same communities sabotage newcomers, ensuring they fail; a subtle poison runs through their welcoming smiles, a testament to the malice that festers beneath.