Thursday, January 31, 2013

Larissa - 3 - Intercultural Relationships



International Love. Does it work?



Nowadays, with the technology, social network and opportunities of going overseas the chances of meeting new kinds of people and also people from around the world have increased a lot. And when it does happen, what are the chances of this romance to work out?

I can tell by my own experience that when you're dating someone from the country you're visiting can makes things easier and difficult at the same time. Why is that? Well, the native is familiar with  the language and everything  around and he/she can make your exchange or  your trip much more fun than it could be if you were by yourself. 

On the other hand, the native may not realize how difficult  the transition from your culture is to his/hers. A lot of misunderstandings may happen because you're not able to fully express yourself in the foreign language. Your lack of knowledge about the city may cause you some headaches and most of all, dealing with everything without your family.

However, if your partner is open to learn about your culture, tries to understand your habits and even make some effort to speak some words in your language, I believe it would be worthy experience. People may say it is impossible but there's a very good quote that says: “The impossible becomes possible if only your mind believes it.”  Chris Bradford. Make it happen!

 



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