Customs

When people leave a familiar environment for an extended stay somewhere quite different, they are bound to experience a whole range of feelings. Many of these emotions will be unexpected, sometimes may be terribly strong or making people feel out of control and confused. This is what we call as the culture shock.

Some cultural differences can cause practical problems. For instance, people may not know the language, and this can lead to trouble with communication. A dialect is a form of a language with grammar, pronunciation, and vocabulary that differ from other forms of the language. It develops when a group of the same language speakers are separated in some way. In addition, there are many customs and traditions that are new and may seem strange, so people may step out of line if they do not know what they really mean. Therefore, the newcomer always needs to spend quite handsome time on getting used to them.

Darwin found the valuable theory, “The survival of the fittest, the illness elimination.” A proverb also says,” Do as the Romans do.” Even so, the best way is to help the newcomers adapt themselves to the new life while having them try to follow the customs and traditions of the new place. Thus, they will gain a better understanding of both their new surroundings and neighbors. With this understanding, they can easily develop a feeling of comfort and belonging. However, should they change their mores once they have moved in the new place?

From my point of view, people should not make over their customs when they move to another country. First, different countries have different customs. Customs are a part of identity for one country that is easy for someone to know where you come from. Second, the customs of a country always exist, which should not be discarded by its people no matter where they are. Third, it is a good idea to celebrate them with others, not to segregate them. Each one has its own special traditions and culture.

However, living in a new country can be happy, irresistible or confusing. While some try to get the sense of belonging by learning the new language well, making new friends, or becoming another kind of people, they should always remember their own customs and traditions.