Living in Thailand: How to Fit into a Culture So Different Than Your Own
Leaving home to move to a different country, whether it be for teaching, volunteering, or studying, can be a stressful and sometimes overwhelming endeavor. When the country you're moving to is completely foreign and different than your own, it makes that move even more challenging.
The challenges of becoming an expat are also part of the fun, but it pays to do your research beforehand and learn as much as possible about the culture of the country you're moving to. Thailand, while very much on the tourist trail and with plenty of western amenities and cultural influence, is still much different than what we're used to at home. Simple acts and movements that seem normal to us can be offensive to the Thai people, so it's important to read up and educate yourself on the nuances of this completely different culture.