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I think you're underestimating just how trying a process that can be, and how alienating it is to adapt to a new culture, new food, new everything.

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It all depends on individuum. I moved two countries to-date that couldn't be more culturaly and language different. I did learn languages before I moved though. Both me and my wife adapted within a week.

You're talking about two neighbouring countries, apart from language there are no major issues

Besides, I've moved to Germany, from a more distant culture than French

Right, they're practically identical... except for the language. And the culture. And the food, politics, etc... etc...

The difference in culture may be there, but it is as big and sometimes much bigger between citys and countryside, regions and social classes. It may be a factor but the as I think main reason most people do not move is not any barrier in the different style of life but more so the fact of moving, getting a way from your sorroundings, friends, family etc. altogether

If you're lacking in historical knowledge then I can't help you

Besides, most of the differences are non issues

To you? Maybe.

Are you going to starve because in France they have Quiche and in Germany they have Schnitzel?

But yes, I'm good at adapting

I believe that you are, and in being so, have lost sight of just how bad most people are at it.

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