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The Setup: Peter establishes a routine and looks to build a social circle.
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Key Decisions: Deciding how much to socialize within the foreign expat community versus integrating into the local neighborhood.
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The Reality: Learning local customs, basic Tagalog phrases, understanding concepts like pakikisama (harmony/getting along) and utang na loob (debt of gratitude), and navigating cultural misunderstandings regarding money and expectations.
Chapter 7: Cultural Immersion and the Expat Bubble
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