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Woman shares biggest shocks moving home after living in Australia
A French native has revealed the three things she misses about living in Australia after returning to Paris.
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Frenchwoman Shares Surprising Cultural Differences After Returning to Paris From Australia
Parisian Life Through the Eyes of a Returnee: A Frenchwoman's Observations Paris, France – A French national, who recently returned to her home country after living in Australia for 12 years, has shared her unique observations on daily life in Paris. The woman, who uploaded a video detailing her experiences, highlighted several cultural nuances that have struck her since her return. Among her key observations, she noted the silent traffic lights, a contrast to what she was accustomed to. "I've just been standing at a light stop for maybe like three good minutes, which is like a lifetime, just because I forgot that the lights do not make any sound, so you have to actually pay attention and look um like when it's going green so you can cross the road," she stated. This detail points to a subtle difference in urban infrastructure and pedestrian habits. She also touched upon social expectations regarding attire on public transport. According to her, it is "completely forbidden for women to show any type of skin when they're taking public transport at the risk of being completely harassed." This observation suggests a cultural difference in public etiquette and personal space. Finally, she remarked on the less common practice of casual greetings. "Third of all do not ask anyone how they are," she advised, indicating a more reserved approach to social interactions in public settings. These insights offer a glimpse into the adjustments one might face when re-acclimating to Parisian life after an extended period abroad.
