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Article created by: Denis Krotovas

Our world is very diverse, which makes it an extremely interesting place. Everywhere, people have different beliefs, customs, lifestyles and all the other things. Yet, despite diversity being a reason behind our interestingness, it can cause some misunderstandings too.

For instance, you might do certain things that seem completely normal to you, but someone, let's say, from abroad, might see them as something that is not common. So, today, let's take a look at specific examples of such things happening, as shared by various people online. Let's dive in, shall we?

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Young man with tattoo relaxing on couch, reflecting on cultural shock moments shared by folks from different countries. Germany:

Sundays are for silence. No mowing lawns, no working outside, no loud parties, no annoying anoyne with your choices.

Sundays. Are. For. Silence.

And it's the best thing ever.

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    Polar bear lying on snow, illustrating cultural shock moments shared by folks revealing surprising country traditions. Leaving your car unlocked so people can escape polar bears.

    Shytemagnet , Irina Fedotova Report

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    Couple sharing a secret in a movie theater, illustrating cultural shock moments shared by folks from different countries. Quiet talking. Especially people from America (north and south) told me this.
    Here in Switzerland, it is considered rude to disturb others, so you'll talk in a volume that does not bother others. Especially in public transport. And don't you _dare_ to talk in a cinema.

    Unicron1982 , user14159562 Report

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    #4

    Man brushing young girl's hair in a bedroom, illustrating cultural shock experiences shared by folks from different countries. Dad's taking care of their kids.

    Heard of foreigners asking, "What's the deal with all the gay nannies?"

    Apparently, it's easier to assume that men taking care of kids have to be paid for it and gay than to assume that dads are actually parenting.

    Edit to add country: Sweden, and to specify dads taking care of their own babies. It is very common for dads to take parental leave.

    statisticaIAnomaly , OPPO Find X5 Pro Report

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    #5

    Person casting a ballot in a voting box, illustrating cultural practices that may give outsiders a cultural shock. Idk about the rest of the world, but I think americans will get shocked that in Brasil not only the vote is mandatory, but you need to prove your identity with an official ID and your digital fingerprints before you do it. We vote through a machine and it only works after it validates your digital.

    LessSaussure , Getty Images Report

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    #6

    Bus driver in a city transit vehicle, highlighting cultural differences that might surprise outsiders in various countries. We thank our city bus drivers as we get off the bus at our stops.

    happyclamjuice , Aji Maulidio Indra Rukmana Report

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    #7

    Iguana resting on green grass in a natural setting representing cultural shock experiences in different countries. Specific to my state, but iguanas falling from trees in the winter.

    barbeqdbrwniez , wirestock Report

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    Person driving a car with a thumb up gesture, illustrating cultural shock experiences in different countries. I’m from Appalachia and something that always makes outsiders curious is the way we wave to people on the road, even if we don’t know them. It’s just a short acknowledgement, a light lifting of the fingers from the steering wheel. It’s literally just a sign of respect to your neighbors on the road.

    Fun-Interaction8196 , EyeEm Report

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    #9

    Doctor wearing a white coat discussing medical cultural shock with a patient in a hospital room with bright window light. Only in America do we treat healthcare like ordering from a mystery menu. You get the treatment first and find out the price never. Hope you enjoyed that $7,000 band-aid 😭.

    LunaTwist77 , freepik Report

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    #10

    People sharing a meal and drinks at a dining table, highlighting cultural shock experiences from different countries. In Spain I would say that one of the things is the dinner/lunch times. For many people it is too late.

    Lebronsito19 , EyeEm Report

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    Black and white cat walking on wooden planks near concrete structure illustrating cultural shock moments in countries Amount of well cared for stray cats and dogs. They are part of our daily life, we take care of them as members of our society. You already know where I don’t have to tell you.

    warkrust666 , freepik Report

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    #12

    Baby bundled in winter clothes sits in a stroller as woman with red nails holds the baby's hand showing cultural shock moments. Putting babies alone outside in their strollers under the winter so they can nap.

    N3MO_Sports , prostooleh Report

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    #13

    Bride signing wedding documents outdoors in a cultural setting, highlighting customs that would give outsiders a cultural shock. Women can’t legally take the surname of their husband when they get married. There birth surname needs to be used for everything « legal ».

    g4nt1 , EyeEm Report

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    #14

    Loudspeakers mounted on a pole under a cloudy sky representing cultural shock signals in various countries. Netherlands. First Monday of the month at 12pm. It’s not an air raid but it sure sounds like it.

    ripkrustysdad , Hakan Kayahan Report

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    #15

    Man and woman greeting each other over a gate, illustrating cultural shock moments shared by folks from different countries. The Midwest Goodbye.
    Its a long process initiated by a knee slap and a "welp I s'pose." It has been known to last hours and if you navigate it incorrectly you'll be labeled as rude until the day you die. 

    God speed trying to navigate that one!

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    Person pushing a heavily loaded wheelchair across a busy street showcasing cultural shock in their country scene. Vietnam- crossing the road.

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    #17

    Hand placing a dollar bill into a glass, illustrating cultural shock moments revealed by folks from different countries. Usa- Tipping. The idea that your meal costs $20 but you’re expected to leave an extra $5 just because someone brought it to you? That throws a lot of visitors off real fast.

    equixyy , Lala Azizli Report

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    #18

    Bare feet walking on tiled floor outdoors, illustrating cultural shock moments shared by folks around the world. Going to the shops in barefeet is pretty common and normal.
    New Zealand.

    MrsNeilPHarris , freepik Report

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    #19

    Firefighters in a forest controlling a wildfire, showcasing cultural shock in emergency response practices abroad. We have multiple levels on our the bushfire risk scale.


    "Very high" is in the middle. The final level is "catastrophic".

    Toucan_Based_Economy , the peassa Report

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    #20

    Black and white bird perched on a wooden post amid a field, illustrating cultural shock moments in different countries. Two words: Swooping Season.

    Not unique to our country but I’m not sure it’s as prevalent anywhere else 😂.

    sweet_kitty26 , Mark Dubery Report

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    #21

    Man carrying large basket of bananas on his head, illustrating cultural shock and unique customs in different countries. Selling food on the top of their heads (Ghana).

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    #22

    Reflective water bag hanging on a clothesline with pegs in a backyard, showcasing a cultural shock practice. Tying cask wine to a washing line lmao.

    elrangarino , anonymous Report

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    #23

    Mountain partially covered by clouds with waterfront and dock in foreground, illustrating cultural shock aspects in different countries. Building a major city riiiight next to an active volcano.

    Neurotic_Good42 , Geoff Oliver Report

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    #24

    Group of young people sharing drinks with straws in a cultural setting that may give outsiders a cultural shock Mate 🧉 culture. People cannot comprehend how casually Argentines and Uruguayans will share their drink and the ONE SINGULAR STRAW we drink it from with strangers.

    Clemen11 , Curated Lifestyle Report

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    #25

    Collapsed building and damaged cars in an urban area illustrating cultural shock from natural disasters in different countries. Earthquakes, hobbit holes, the word ‘chur’ and super kind hospitality.

    MangoDry7358 , Çağlar Oskay Report

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    Man smiling and holding a beer in a casual outdoor setting showing cultural shock moments abroad Casual alcoholism of Czech people. We love beer. (me included).

    CatsBinLaggin , Oliver Boyers Report

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    #27

    Young woman showing cultural shock and surprise while talking with a man at an outdoor cafe setting Germany- envy is the highest form of compliment.

    Saying phrases like "I'm happy for you" or "good for you" are automatically perceived as sarcastic.

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