Cultural Contrasts: A Journey from Korea to Australia
Hello again! In my first post, I shared my journey from Korea to Australia, and today, I want to dive deeper into the fascinating cultural contrasts between these 2 countries. Having lived in both, I’ve had the unique opportunity to experience firsthand what makes each country so special. From food to social norms, there are numerous differences that make life in Australia quite different from life in Korea. I think this image represents the difference between Korea(left) and Australia(right) well. 1. Approach to Work-Life Balance One of the most noticeable differences I’ve experienced is the approach to work-life balance. In Korea, the work culture can often be intense, with long hours and high expectations. Employees are expected to show dedication and commitment, sometimes at the expense of personal time. In contrast, Australia places a stronger emphasis on work-life balance. While Australians are certainly working hard, there's a genera...