The Immigrant Life

The Immigrant Life

Beyond Your Comfort Zone

How embracing your adoptive country's social customs unlocks doors you didn't know existed

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Dapo Bankole
Nov 07, 2025
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When you visit neighbors or friends, observe their customs and adapt accordingly while you’re with them.

Recently, I attended an event and joined two students I met there for a Happy Hour session. If you’ve ever attended one, you know the environment - food, drinks, loud music, low lighting, people standing in groups and talking. I’m used to it.

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