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Through an article published in Business Insider, The immigrant shared that less than two years ago she moved to the United States, specifically to the city of Vermont, in New England, after having completed university, mainly for personal reasons, although convinced considering the political and economic instability of her country.
Of course, making the decision was not easy, since He had to leave behind his family and friends whom he continues to miss, although she has looked for a way to stay connected to her roots.
I affirm that from the United States has been impressed by the great diversity of career opportunities available, which has allowed him to explore different industries.
As a clinical psychologist, she stated that in Venezuela she should have followed a linear professional path, but in Vermont has been able to reconsider his professional goals and currently works for a company that has allowed him to have a more flexible perspective aligned with his values.
Although in general his experience has been positive, there is a situation that he finds very different with respect to Latinos and that is that In the United States it has been very difficult for him to make friends.
In Luisana’s case, she had to use Facebook and Bumble groups, in addition to her work, to meet new people. Although she continues to deal with this great cultural difference, she affirms that today she feels more empowered with her autonomy. But, that has not distanced her from her family with whom she constantly maintains communication seeking their advice and emotional support.
“Adapting to a new culture requires constant self-evaluation. Little by little I have become more patient with myself and more appreciative of the small victories along the way,” she wrote in her collaboration.
He chose Vermont as his new home, but it’s not easy to make friends.
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From Venezuela to the United States, one of the most important changes to face
Beyond the cultural barriers that, in Luisana Rodríguez’s opinion, are making it difficult for her to make friends, Another big change he had to face is the weather.
According to him, in Venezuela he always enjoyed a stable climate, basically with many sunny days so was surprised by the cold winters and snowfall in Vermont.
He said he moved in the fall and began preparing for winter, but he confessed that It was not easy for his body and mind to adapt to the new climate.
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