Culture Shock Talk: 5 Dutch Mindsets That Improved Our Lives!
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Hallo, we’re River and Mark, an American couple navigating life in the Netherlands! From quirky Dutch traditions to culture shock, we’re here to share our experiences, discoveries, and tips with you. Whether you’re curious about Dutch food (oliebollen forever!), local holidays, or what it’s really like to live here through a foreign lens, we’ve got you covered. Join us as we explore the Netherlands, one diary entry at a time! Subscribe for weekly videos on Dutch culture, living abroad, and everyday adventures! NOTE ON VIDEO LANGUAGE: We film in English because our audience is international, but we’re actively learning Dutch. Love weird, offbeat places? Check out our other channel, The Odd We See! Need help moving to The Netherlands? Check out our booklets on Gumroad: https://dutchdiaries.gumroad.com The Expat Pet Handbook: Netherlands Edition The Expat Checklist: Netherlands Edition Interested in a business collaboration? Reach out to us at [email protected].
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Moving to the Netherlands came with plenty of culture shocks—but some Dutch mindsets have completely improved our lives. In this video, we sit down at home to talk about five key Dutch concepts that transformed the way we live: gezellig, niksen, work-life balance, planning ahead, and Dutch directness. Whether you’re an expat in the Netherlands, planning a move, or just curious about Dutch culture, these lessons might inspire you too. ✦ What we cover: 00:00 Intro 01:38 Gezellig 04:02 Niksen 09:22 Work-Life Balance 15:49 Planning Ahead 17:27 Dutch Directness 👉 If you enjoy this video, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share—it really helps our channel grow! Planning to move to The Netherlands? Get our downloadable guides to save you time and aggravation! Available on Gumroad now at https://dutchdiaries.gumroad.com The Expat Checklist 2025 The Expat Pet Handbook: Netherlands Edition
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