What do expats find most challenging?
We asked expats and digital nomads what they find the most challenging about the local culture in Mexico. They wrote...
"Expats in Mexico may find it difficult to adjust to the country's slower pace of life, as many aspects of the culture are much less rushed and hurried than in the expat's home country. Additionally, Mexico's social hierarachy and sense of respect for those in higher positions can be an adjustment for expats, and it is important to take into account one's place in the social context. Expats may also find that the predominance of Catholicism and its implications for some of Mexico's social customs can also be difficult to adjust to. Overall, nonverbal communication and body language may be more important in Mexico than in some expats' homelands, and understanding and mastering these shared cultural cues can be a challenge," remarked another expat in Mexico.
"A delightful challenge is to let go of the "pressue cooker" lifestyle which I lived while climbing the ladder of success. The language, until I learn more, is still slightly a challenge. And, since I really enjoy knowing what's going on in the country in which I live, I really find it challenging that I don't understand the politics of the county. Lastly, I find it very difficult to find other expats to socialize with. Where are you all hiding?," said a member in Tequisquiapan, Mexico.
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What do expats find most challenging?
If you live in Mexico, newcomers to Mexico would love to hear your answer to this question.
About the Author
Joshua Wood, LPC is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange and serves as Co-President of Expat Exchange. Prior to Expat Exchange and Digital Nomad Exchange, Joshua worked for NBC Cable (MSNBC and CNBC
Primetime). Joshua has a BA from Syracuse and a Master's in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Mr. Wood is also a licensed counselor and psychotherapist.
Some of Joshua's articles include Pros and Cons of Living in Portugal, 10 Best Places to Live in Ireland and Pros and Cons of Living in Uruguay. Connect with Joshua on LinkedIn.
