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Hi European here.

I always heard America is pretty competitive and that the people are very direct/speak their mind.

I'm quite the sensitive person, so I was wondering if it could be hard for me if I would ever go to America and if I needed to become more "tough".

And would someone like me even be welcomed or would I be rejected?

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[–] Jackhammer_Joe@lemmy.world 1 points 3 months ago

Don't go. It's a failed state. And it will get worse in the future.

[–] AngryCommieKender@lemmy.world 1 points 3 months ago* (last edited 3 months ago)

The country will kill you quicker than the people. If you do come, remember this place is MASSIVE, the biggest mistake tourists make is going exploring natural spaces. If you aren't prepared, didn't bring a compass, and can't navigate by tree moss and the sun, then it is extremely easy to wander off, and never be found. If the road you are on suddenly switches from asphalt to gravel or dirt, you want to stop your car immediately, consult your navigation, and a damn atlas just in case, and turn back towards the nearest shreds of civilization. Exposure to the elements in this country can be, and frequently is, lethal. The less said about the wildlife the better, but if you're in a car you're mostly safe.

[–] ArbitraryValue@sh.itjust.works 0 points 3 months ago* (last edited 3 months ago) (1 children)

I suppose this depends on where you're coming from. My Eastern European relatives thought that Americans were oddly friendly. I remember my mother saying "Why did the cashier smile at me? She doesn't know me!"

[–] Badge@lemmy.world 0 points 3 months ago (1 children)

I'm from Germany specifically.