The Biggest Culture Shock for One American Expat in Greece

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 The pace of life moves much differently in Athens compared to the U.S. 

One part of culture shock I cannot get over, no matter how many years I’ve been in Greece, is the Greek attitude toward time. As an American, I was always told time was something I shouldn’t waste, that time was money. Since moving to Athens, I have had to acclimate to a slower pace of life. The non-emphasis on punctuality is not unique to Greece, so I expect these experiences to be relatable to…

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