All things considered my adjustment into teaching in the United States has been rather easy. However, being what is called a third culture kid and now a third culture adult, culture around me has always been a focal point. There are just some strange moments that happen because my brain automatically short-circuits to think like … Continue reading Five Awkward Things I Do Now…After Teaching In Korea
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What Is Normal Any More? : Reverse Culture Shock
This past weekend, I realized that I had been missing something that I didn't realize was missing. I have written about reverse culture shock before but this weekend it really hit me. I went on a day trip with a few international students. We went to the Asian district and had some....what I call Shabu … Continue reading What Is Normal Any More? : Reverse Culture Shock
First Impressions: Back in America
I have written before that I tend to have really bad reverse culture shock. My senses are usually on hyper-alert. I notice, hear, and feel everything once I step off my plane. Then things die down a bit after a few days, and then my culture shock only comes out when I experience new things … Continue reading First Impressions: Back in America
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