12 Weird Things I Learned Living in the UK!
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An American expat shares her experience of culture shock while getting used to life in the United Kingdom. This lifestyle vlog comparing the UK vs US delves into the unique aspects of British culture highlighting instances of an American living in the UK. She also shares funny moments and opinions about living in England, all while demonstrating the best of American English.👩🏫 Stay in the loop—free updates, discounts, and weekly blogs at hicksondiaries.com 👩🏫JOIN channel to get access to special perks. 🫡 We donate a portion of our proceeds to ROYAL BRITISH LEGION. To help a Veteran today: https://www.hicksondiaries.com/royal-british-legion-partnership ================================= YOUTUBE VIDEO CHAPTERS/TIMESTAMPS: ================================= 00:00. Introduction Things I Learned as an American Living in the UK 00:23 UK vs US: Safety 02:00. UK vs US: British Food Quality & Taste 03:34 UK vs US: Public Transport/Transit 04:53. UK vs US: British Lifestyle is Work to Live 06:04. UK vs US: Healthcare 08:02. UK vs US: Slower Pace Briths Lifestyle 09:13. UK vs US: Immigration & Multiculturalism 10:46. UK vs US: British Sense of Community 11:40. UK vs US: Education, College Cost, University Debt 13:33. UK vs US: British Fashion & Lifestyle 15:33 UK vs US: British History 16:36 UK vs US: Learning Appreciation for American Culture Living Abroad 🌟 Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement intended. ALL RIGHTS BELONG TO THEIR RESPECTIVE OWNERS. All opinions expressed are solely from the point of view of the host. #hicksondiaries #british #american #ukvsusa
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