You’re Probably Not Prepared For the Culture Shock
People that visit Hawaii see a paradise and they’re not wrong. But living in Hawaii is a different story altogether. Most people aren’t ready for the culture shock and they end up realizing this is not the right place for them.
Watch and take the test in the video
In addition to spelling out 3 key culture shocks you’ll need to overcome, I include several simple tests you can take in the video that will help you determine if you’ll be able to not only overcome, but embrace Hawaii’s culture.
Let Me Know What You Think!
Either comment right here, or on the YouTube video – did this help you?
I thought I did pretty good. One of the things I miss about Hawaii is the culture. I miss the cultural diversity a lot. My parents moved to a small town in California where almost everyone is white, and it really lacks the aloha spirit. I learned a little Hawaiian when I went to Benjamin Parker Elementary, so I’m still somewhat capable of being able to pronounce words correctly. Most beautiful place on earth. Not sure what I’m still doing in this gloomy California town. If I could only find a solid career path there, then I would probably move.
Thank you so much for sharing! Don’t let go of the dream!
Aloha Peter, it’s been a long time I always enjoy and learn from your videos, culture shock no not really I work and eat in Korean town in New York and love it
I also hang out in china town and go shopping at Japanese mart, I would definitely feel like back in New York with out the beach like I say love my sake and sushi
I always show aloha and people love it, they ask me that I am not like the people who live in New York and to that I say it is so true
Thanks for the comment Buddy! Hope to see you in person one day!
I’ve never heard anyone pronounce “Honolulu” like that before! Mind blown! I guess everyone is saying it wrong! But then again, I’ve never been to Oahu, so maybe more people there say it the correct way?
Lol yes the islanders all definitely pronounce it correctly
I lived in Hawaii for four years. I loved many things about the culture and the island itself, some of the nicest people I’ve ever met. None of the three things you listed gave me culture shock, but then again I am from NYC and grew up around so many cultures, married into an eastern culture as well. However overall I didn’t want to stay in Hawai’i because of the homelessness. There is a huge drug problem and lots of corruption in the government. It’s wonderful to practice Aloha, but being a New Yorker, I had a lot of trouble adjusting to the passive nature that looked away from a lot of society’s ails.
Mahalo for sharing Heather! Everyone has their own story and interactions and it’s great to hear yours.
To Quote “Quigley Down Under”, some people were born in the wrong century. I was born on the wrong continent. We have fallen in love with the Hawaiin culture and land. Can’t wait to get back again. Although a permanent move is not a reality, hopefully retirement will allow much more time there.
You can always vacay in Hawaii!