I used the word stoicism to mean that there is minimal to no display of emotion. 
You are right about Germany and Switzerland. However, Sweden is a more subtle version of that magnitude. After having lived in Germany I can easily say that I think the straightforwardness there is almost on the level of almost being rude. Sweden is a slightly more polite and objective straightforwardness devoid of emotion. Hope that helps you locate Sweden on the spectrum. 

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Parents Corner: Objectiveness and Stoicism in Sweden

Would you say that is Stoicism? I might view it as straight talking.

I had no idea Sweden was like that. I thought that was more Germany and Switzerland who do that kind of stuff. At least they're being honest. I probably would have felt something similar to you guys too!