I Left the USA and I'm NEVER Moving Back... Here's Why (American in Europe)

In this video, I explain why living in Europe (the Netherlands) is better than living in the United States of America. As an American in Europe, I can honestly say that the culture shock has been worth it.

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[j.vanderson]

The essential difference between US and the EU, in my opinion is that the US is a much more nervous and aggressive society because you can loose everything within a day (your job, your house, your income, your pension, your healthcare etc.). While in the NL we always have a social safety net that allows you to readjust without loosing all. And that shows in all the daily behavior of the people

[BrennHill-uu]

I left the USA 10 years ago. No regrets.

[StrongKickMan]

With the Netherlands you picked a really beautiful country.
Greetings from Germany!

[pamelawing]

One of the best things I love about Europe is public transportation. It's wonderful AND you walk more. There often is a walk for a couple of blocks or a bit more to get to your final destination. I just love it.

[OACDYCSF]

I came to live in Madrid Spain when I was 26, Jordan. I am now almost 63 and it's totally safe to say I will never move back to the US. That doesn't mean that I don't love the country where I was born and raised. In fact, I probably love it more because I can be more objective about it. However, for the reasons you've stated, and others, I feel the same way you do. Most Americans have no understanding that the standard of living in other Western countries is considerably higher for the average person. I could talk (or write about it) all day but I just wanted you to know that you are not alone in your sentiment.

[darksesh]

The American dream is simply to leave America.

[elighaterrell]

He's absolutely right. I have lived in Germany for 4 years. It's so different in a good way. Im from Alabama. By leaving this country for the time I did, it gave me a wake-up call. Us Americans think we are living the dream. NOO!! WE ARE FOOLED.

[Lepewhi]

Generally, Europeans have more vacation time and free time than in the US. And, social care is amazing. We take care of each other.

[FxAlmightyZay]

I'm from Ft Wayne, Indiana. There was a shooting at a Kroger here not too long ago, around the beginning of the year. Crazy thing is, I knew the shooter. I worked with him at an overnight Walmart job for a few months before I ended up quitting. It's crazy to think he could have potentially done that to us while at work. We were both stoners so we took smoke breaks in my car and all. It's crazy out here man. I'm glad you're out of this crazy country and doing well.

[risetv]

Born in the UK and I always thought i wanted to live in the US until i visited. I was 24 at the time and saw everything you described and quickly changed my mind. You should have added food to your list the GMO Chemical foods are making people sick. Welcome to Europe enjoy your time here.

[anai]

There is so much to see outside of the US, it’s incredible. You need to have not only the money but the desire to explore to see that there is more in the world. We are citizens of the world. I have visited the Netherlands twice, I have been in Amsterdam and Groningen, both places are beautiful. I can’t wait to come back another time😀

[heatherfeather]

I agree with you 100%, The media in the US keeps people screaming at each other instead of working to find solutions for all the issues we have here.

[peterjonker]

Welcome in The Netherlands 😊
As a Dutch I have been twice to the USA ( New York and Houston) and both times I changed my ticket to go back early
After that I also said I will never go back.
Mind you, this was before you were born. I believe it only got worse since.

[CasaAntigua]

❤ Spain. Lots of Dutch living here and more have come to live here this year. Be happy wherever you live

[RamblingRamul]

Wait thats a weird road. I live in Denmark and our lanes for bikes aren’t that intrusive. I was an exchange student in my younger years in Ohio and thought America was awesome. After moving back to Greenland and later Denmark I realised more and more as I got older, how fucked up America is. I keep reminding myself when politics are blowing up in the media about gun control, mass shootings and abortion laws.. I am just shocked at how divided Americans really are. It’s actually a very weird country.

[ufob]

You're actually changing in your face. Much more relaxed and healthier looking.

[EELMusic]

I can't wait for your upcoming videos, with you exploring The Netherlands.

[robkavanaugh]

Hope you will at least visit America again Jordan. I bet it’s peaceful up there and you feel safer because we all know how America can be. Wish you well Jordan sending support all the way from Henderson Ky. Keep up the good work and love to see you’re doing well.

[viderethevaccinatorfromhol]

I understand you. Brabant ❤

No, I'm just joking. We went to Europa Park in Germany last week. We passed through Belgium, Luxembourg, France, and Germany, of course, within six hours by car. It made me feel lucky to have all these different cultures so close to us. By plane, your options are almost endless. I like Europe and I love my own country. I have traveled a lot around the world, and yes, sometimes the grass seems greener elsewhere, but I always thankfully return home after a while. Live in the Netherlands is good.

[camdenforrest]

I’m in the Netherlands 🇳🇱 too!! I moved July 20th. Pursuing the DAFT as well. I’m early in the process. But my residency app was submitted, they put the sticker in my passport, did my biometrics and now just need to go to the Gementee for the BSN.
But congrats! You are inspiring! And I’m living in Amsterdam Zuid Ooost.
Are you near any big cities?
I’ve checked out Utrecht, Den Haag, Rotterdam and live in Amsterdam.