What shocked me the most about moving to the United States were the big differences that exist between our cultures. The Americans and the Puertoricans are raised very differently; therefore, everybody has their own way of thinking. In my country, we are accustomed to living with our parents until we marry and form a family of our own. On the other hand, Americans turn

In Puerto Rico, I went to a Catholic School, and in my country this type of education was very complete. So I consider myself to be a highly intelligent person in my family. The transition to the American educational system posed a certain challenge at first. However, I refocused and soon I adjusted to the new standards. My mother pushed me to go to college and explore international business. Having to learn new languages has made me more open to other cultures. In the beginning, I felt negative about spending time away from my country, family, and friends; but now I want a career that will take me to many different countries.

Most of my experiences in the United States have been negative, but I have learned from each one. My difficult experiences in culture, family drama, and school were frustrating; but also these experiences have influenced who I am today. I learned the keys to making the transition to other countries a more positive experience are perseverance and an open mind.

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