Comments on Peacebuilder: Culture Shock

Hi Noel, I just had a look into your blog and saw ...

2008-07-23T13:06:17.062-07:00

Hi Noel,
I just had a look into your blog and saw this post about culture shock.
I believe that every change has an impact in our lives, some more than others, especially if the difference between the "before" and the "after" is bigger.
Have you ever heard about "Third Culture Kids"? It's a term actually used for people who grew up in several cultures (until 18). I'd recommend you to google it... it deals with the question of culture shock, why, the influence on personality, etc... It might help you! :)

Thanks Corin,Yeah, I definitely felt culture shoc...

2008-06-11T12:41:44.632-07:00

Thanks Corin,

Yeah, I definitely felt culture shock when I first moved into the city. And yes this is a natural process of adapting to a new place and culture. I am doing much better, and am enjoying my time at Elgin. I still miss my home though.

Noel what did it feel like when you first moved th...

2008-06-11T05:31:26.120-07:00

Noel what did it feel like when you first moved there?? I'm sure you were experiencing culture shock then too.

Just a thought:)

Noel I have no idea what it is you are feeling, bu...

2008-06-10T06:31:06.316-07:00

Noel I have no idea what it is you are feeling, but I'll keep you in my prayers.

I'm going out on a limb here... maybe you're reali...

2008-06-10T04:29:54.465-07:00

I'm going out on a limb here... maybe you're realizing where you've come from (in your thinking and behavior), where you are now, and what it took to get there. It can be a powerful experience to be able to look back and see what the Lord has done for you.

:)

(If I could go and hang out with people whose parents are just starting their divorce process, I wonder what I would feel now that I'm past that stage.... Sorry, that was rather introspective....)