There is no doubt that there are stages that we go through when dealing with any significant change in our lives and certainly this is true when it comes to cultural change. I think I encountered all the stages of culture shock but by this time my company had recognised what was happening and had contacted a company called Orientations (www.orientations.com) who were able to give my family and I insight into what was happening. This was a great benefit to us as they were able to guide us through the minefield of cross cultural exchange.