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Alumni Spotlight: Mary Merschat - Dublin
DID YOU EXPERIENCE CULTURE/REVERSE CULTURE SHOCK, AND IF SO, HOW DID YOU COMBAT IT?, Yes, the first 24-48 hours in Dublin were full of culture shock.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2022/09/29/alumni-spotlight-mary-merschat---dublinThe "Science" of Embarrassment
Abroad, you do face culture shock and notice weird things that you aren’t used to., These differences define my new home, and a culture that I hope to become part of.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2016/02/10/the-science-of-embarrassmentHow to Overcome Study Abroad Obstacles - Study Abroad Tips
Navigating Culture Shock First, culture shock is very common, especially when talking to friends I made here while studying abroad in Paris., Feelings of being overwhelmed, missing home, culture shock, and loneliness are natural.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2023/08/07/how-to-overcome-study-abroad-obstacles-study-abroad-tipsStudying Abroad as a Latina First-Generation College Student
After spending two months living in Alicante, I have learned a lot about myself as well as the culture., I have also found similarities within my Dominican culture, especially la hora de la siesta., I did experience some culture shock, specifically in regards to what defines one’s personal space here in Spain.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2019/11/07/studying-abroad-as-a-latina-first-generation-college-studentWhat I Wish Someone Told Me Before Coming to Florence
Unfortunately there’s nothing you can do but pray to the WiFi gods, so just prepare for that culture shock. 3) Grocery shopping will never be the same.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2013/10/22/what-i-wish-someone-told-me-before-coming-to-florenceClases = classes: Spanish School for an American
In my Islamic Culture in Spain class, for example, an hour and a half flies by., This new structure of class is much better for me, although it was a bit of a shock to get used to it the first week.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2016/03/10/clases--classes-spanish-school-for-an-americanPost-Study Abroad & Other Musings
While living in France and traveling, I found myself in this small community of Americans trying to understand and embrace French culture., I’ve found a few ways to cope with this reverse culture shock and yearning to be back in France.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2016/09/09/post-study-abroad-other-musingsItalian Immersion and Cultural Observations
To keep this blog from turning into an Italian lesson, which I would not want to subject to anyone, I want to talk about the Italian culture as I have observed from living in Rome., The culture shock and the language barrier here get easier everyday and become more and more part of our normal, usual life.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2013/10/22/italian-immersion-and-cultural-observationsPreparing for the Unknown
It helped me adapt to the Australian culture and helped me cope with culture shock.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2012/09/27/preparing-for-the-unknownTips For Traveling To London
Do Your Homework 221b Baker Street Even though culture shock is unavoidable, it wouldn't hurt to study up on your host's culture.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2018/06/04/tips-for-traveling-to-londonOvercoming Language Barriers in Spain
Hoping to avoid some of the extreme culture shock that would come with living in a place with vastly different living conditions for my first real experience outside the U.S., I narrowed it down to a European country., In a foreign country, there are countless opportunities to practice language learning, and making a point to speak it every single day will not only be crucial in your language development, but will also allow you to feel like you are more integrated into the culture you're surrounded by., This exposure to diversity has not only fortified my appreciation for human culture and creativity, but has also made me confident that I can travel, survive, and thrive in many more environments than I had previously imagined.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2019/12/20/overcoming-language-barriers-in-spainThe Conference Every Study Abroad Returnee Needs to Attend
The second breakout session I attended was “No Place Like Home: Addressing Reverse Culture Shock Upon Return.”
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2018/12/06/the-conference-every-study-abroad-returnee-needs-to-attendCEA Alicante On-site Ambassador: Study Abroad From the Other Side
It didn’t take long to recognize the culture shock overcoming and confusing the new students., It was funny and interesting for me to observe the process this time because of how familiar I am now with the Spanish culture., The first night is always the most shocking for students.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2014/05/28/cea-alicante-on-site-ambassador-study-abroad-from-the-other-sideTwo Brothers, Two Cities: Finding Identity Through Study Abroad
The culture shock of a European city--alcohol sales, public displays of affection, and Caucasian people--was an adjustment for him., I tried to ease his difficulty with reverse culture shock.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2014/07/10/two-brothers-two-cities-finding-identity-through-study-abroadExploring Life Outside a Small Town: My Global Internship Story
As soon as I got to the University of Iowa, I had the first culture shock of my life., Coming from a town where everyone is the same, I am amazed more and more every day by the amazing culture of people from Prague.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2021/07/01/exploring-life-outside-a-small-town-my-global-internship-storyStudy Abroad Reflection: One Year Later
Adversity I faced: There are certain challenges one expects to overcome when studying abroad: culture shock, speaking a new language, different educational system – however, thinking back one year later, the biggest adversity I faced abroad was one I never imagined: a pandemic!, After being sent home, I felt every emotion imaginable: anger, depression, longing, reverse culture shock... the list does not end.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2021/01/21/study-abroad-reflection-one-year-laterSmall Town, Big Memories: Studying Abroad in the French Riviera
This town offered an authentic feel of French culture with locals who were welcoming., Meanwhile, in a smaller town, everything you will need is within walking distance, making it easy to get a hang of things and not feel as much of the impact of culture shock., Living in a smaller town definitely made culture shock very real.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2019/08/15/small-town-big-memories-studying-abroad-in-the-french-rivieraMy First Time in Florence: What I've Learned So Far
The food, culture, and lifestyle Italian people have is unlike anything I have ever experienced., Now don't get me wrong, the employee taking my order might give me a look under their mask, but it's the California culture in me which I crave a dairy alternative in my coffee., Culture Shock As time was getting closer and I was only a few days away from leaving home and being on my own, the nerves were building., By finally living in a city where everything you need is just around the corner, it's shockingly easy to get walking around again.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2022/02/21/my-first-time-in-florence-what-ive-learned-so-far3 Tips to Meeting Locals Abroad
By meeting locals and other American students, I was able to get out of my comfort zone but still share in some of the “culture shock” moments with my new American friends., Most of the time, they’ll be just as curious about American culture as you are about their culture., Wherever study abroad takes you, there’s no better way to learn about a different culture than hearing about it from the locals themselves.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2015/03/24/3-tips-to-meeting-locals-abroadTaking Care of Your Physical & Mental Health Abroad
Whether you’re dealing with culture shock, homesickness, illness or injuries, there are many things you can do to help deal with and prevent these issues.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2018/12/05/taking-care-of-your-physical-mental-health-abroadMUST-READ BLOGS
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