Flexibility and adjustment are mental mantras when moving to
a new country. Cherish your good Feelings. The more time passes, the flakier my
Canadian worriless Joy becomes. Cultures are different and it sinks down deep. Unlike
Vancouver, few are my Israeli friends who believe life is a symphony of
possibilities and a person’s choice is solely his Own.
Enjoy bonding. Be sure it includes some harsh arguments too.
A lot changes when you're gone. Family. Friends. You learn more about yourself than ever
before. It’s impossible to fully express your point of view because words and
actions suddenly carry different cultural meanings. They also carry uniqueness
and character. You’ve got something Different to offer.
Good friends may tell you that you sound
pretentious and no one sees it any different if you try to explain.
Explaining never works. Remind those who are open enough that their perspective
doesn’t reflect your actual meaning. Ask them if there were times when they un-rightfully
judged others and if it’s happening right now. De-frame.
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