From the US to Scotland: 5 Culture Shocks I Had

As an American living in Scotland for five years, here are a few culture shocks I encountered since moving across the pond.

I want to preface this article by saying that I mean well. Though Scotland does have many flaws, I’m still optimistic that things will get better. The following is based on my experience after living in Scotland.

Understanding the Scottish Accent

The first big culture shock was understanding the Scottish accent. Growing up, my neighbors were Scottish…