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Mchristophermsw



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PostPosted: Tue Sep 27, 2005 11:00 pm    Post subject: Reverse Culture Shock Reply with quote

I have travelled extensively and have always felt more at home outside the USA. I have never once had culture shock abroad but I have experienced "reveresed culture shock" coming back to the USA.

Has anyone experienced "reverse culture shock" coming back to their respected countries and if so please share your story Smile
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Jamparis



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PostPosted: Thu Sep 29, 2005 4:35 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

I know what you mean, I'm Jamaican and whenever I return home from Europe it's always like, hey when did THAT happen Rolling Eyes
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Mchristophermsw



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PostPosted: Thu Sep 29, 2005 8:10 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Jamparis,

Are you originally from Jamiaca?
Most Caribbeans that I talk to love thier islands more than anywere else.
I have many friends from Trinidad, Jamiaca, Margerita ( Venezuala ) and while they are earning dollars in the US, man, they miss home terribly.

As for me, I have lived in Trinidad and I love Island life.
This brings me to the point that it all really depends on ones experiences and were one comes from.

I myself do not enjoy California nor the states even though I was raised here. Its not hell or anything, it just does not feel home. I know there are always exceptions but most people I talk to who have lived abroad feel that people are warmer and much more family oriented in the States.

Were are you teaching? and I hope you are having a great time.
Pm me, would love to stay in touch Smile
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