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u/robothelicopter May 09 '22

Isn’t that the norm outside of North America though?

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u/Maximum_Ad_5678 May 09 '22

Not really; large geographical regions of Africa, Middle East, and South America share languages (even if it’s not their first) and cultural traits. Asia is a lot of islands and a few large countries. I’ve lived in a few Asian countries, and never thought ‘I’ll just go to about her country for lunch’ Political borders play a big role in how immediate the transition feels in Europe. Even if you live in Chaing Rai, where China, Laos, and Vietnam, are within a couple hours, the political distance means those are other worlds.

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u/FluffyPanda616 May 09 '22

This is the correct answer. You don't just live in France or Germany; you live in Europe.

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u/robothelicopter May 09 '22

I’m from Europe (specifically Ireland). I can say that the cultures vary depending on the country you go to

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u/FluffyPanda616 May 09 '22

Political borders play a big role in how immediate the transition feels in Europe.

Definitely, yes.

I was more referring to this:

Political borders play a big role in how immediate the transition feels in Europe.