Sometimes, a fresh perspective helps us notice things we overlook. Millions of foreigners visit the United States each year, and just like when Missouri residents travel abroad, they often leave with observations. After more than a decade of living and traveling abroad, here are some of the most intriguing “typical American” things that non-Americans have…
When you’re young, it’s hard to imagine becoming the cranky older person many of us stumble upon in Kansas. However, biology often has different plans. As we age, our bodies undergo hormonal changes that can lead to emotional imbalances, contributing to the grumpy reputation some older individuals develop. Difficulty hearing, pain, and dementia are other…
What you think you know about money may not be as accurate as you assume. This is often the case for West Virginians who’ve been raised by financially illiterate parents. According to an Ipsos study, 36% of Americans lack financial literacy. Of those who self-reported being financially literate, the financial quiz they took showed that…
Most Pennsylvania residents can’t imagine not showering in the morning, replacing their hand sanitizer with perfume, or deciding not to wear deodorant. As these 14 habits show, America’s concept of “good” hygiene isn’t universal. 1: Squatting Over Sitting With the possible exception of public restrooms, Americans typically don’t squat to relieve themselves and tend to…
There’s a learning curve for everything, and the kitchen is no exception. Many North Carolina residents love trying their hand at cooking, and some succeed with flying colors. Others, not so much. These are some simple mistakes amateurs seem to make repeatedly in the kitchen. Be honest: How many of them have you made? 1:…
“Tipflation” wasn’t part of mainstream Georgians’ vocabulary until recently. Now, this phrase rolls off many frustrated customers’ tongues. According to a Bankrate report, 30% of Americans feel tipping has gotten out of control. Tipping has also transitioned from an act that many Georgia residents feel good about to one they do out of feeling social…
Many of us have one or two catchphrases we use often in Georgia. But some buzzwords make well-versed English speakers cringe. How many of these words and phrases are you guilty of saying? 1: Taking Things Literally Overusing the word “literally” in sentences drives some people up a wall. Why do you need to say,…
Some everyday habits of Floridians come across as rude in other cultures and countries. If you’re from the United States, you probably don’t mean to offend anyone while traveling, but it’s easy to do so unintentionally. Everything from the way you laugh to how you accept a compliment could make you seem like another rude…
If you’ve ever dreamed of living abroad, you likely have a favorite country you’d love to move to. As it turns out, many North Carolinians and Americans across the U.S. might feel the same. Online shopping store Ubuy set out to determine the most common countries Americans want to relocate to. Do other Americans share…
Moving abroad is exciting. It can also be headache-inducing, depending on how you approach it. As an American who appreciates her country but has wings on her feet, I’ve moved to two different countries. I’m currently writing this from my home in Panama, ready to share some of the biggest takeaways I learned about moving…
