5 culture shocks of living in Mexico as Mexican-Americans

We are Jenny and Kevin two Mexican Americans from Chicago who decided to move to Mexico in 2021. Our channel is called Eat, Baila Travel and we make travel vlogs, food vlogs, and use our bilingual strengths to bring stories we might have been able to learn back in USA.

In this vlog we talk about 5 Mexican culture shocks we have experienced ever since we moved to Mexico. We both grew up in the Mexican neighborhoods of Chicago (Pilsen/ La Villita/Cicero) so we grew up with the Mexican culture but still have encountered some interesting culture shocks while living in Mexico

Our culture shocks been felt at mexican pharmacies, seeing the mexican working class and even eating street food in Mexico. If you like this channel feel free to subscribe and follow us on our journey as we search for a place to call home.
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0:00 Welcome to Eat Baila Travel
0:40 Culture Shock #1
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11:10 Culture Shock#5

[EatBailaTravel]

Have you felt any culture shocks when in Mexico? We look forward to reading about your culture shock experiences abroad. Also, let us know what you think about this video. We look forward to your comments.

[denisep.cazares]

Saludos from Chicago. I resonate with all of your points. The Mexican American “Ni de aquí, ni de alla” struggle is a real thing. My husband and I are working on getting out of the US in the near future. Thank you for your content.

[fergomez]

One of the culture shock I could think of is dress attire in public, in general you probably don’t see too many Mexican adults wearing shorts or pajamas in public in a traditional town (excluding tourist resort areas). I’m not sure if it still exists or some places have been Americanized, I remember people saying that only children ( and Chavelo) wear shorts 🤷🏻‍♂️. Also if you have a public job in Mexico you tend to really dress up and not as much in the US. ✌️

[jennyhammond]

I've had great experiences with the doctors and pharmacies in Mexico too. No waiting 6 months for an appointment!!!!

[jmac]

Thank you for the great information, especially about health care in Mexico, which is top notch in large cities. Have been following you guys for awhile and appreciate your time and energy. I am Mex-Am and will be moving to Mexico in the next year when I reach retirement age. I don't know about other Mex-Am people, but whenever we landed in Guadalajara and got off the plane, I always felt as if I were "home"...the smells, the atmosphere, the vibe, even the dirt made me feel welcome. Buena suerte!

[Adrh]

I’m thinking about moving to Mexico after the army. I just want to start over again. Embrace my culture

[talemgomez]

Thank you for sharing, it's nice to see a couple to succeed in Mexico..

[rebeccahernandez]

One of the biggest cultural issues I've had recently moving to Mexico City is my lack of Spanish. Even though I am of Mexican heritage. I've experienced alot of misunderstanding. There's an assumption. Born, raised in a Mexican family. You automatically speak Spanish. NO. ITS not true. For me, my family, my cousins, we were not taught to speak Spanish.
As an adult, I'm am learning, it's tough, but gotta do it.

[Alaskan-Armadillo]

Honestly I love your channel! I am Cuban-American and it is interesting hearing you all talk about not drinking soda. It is the same with me where growing up I never drank it at all at home.

[alexmunozluna]

I love you guys. Y’all have that older sibling knowledge and vibe. I’ve been thinking a lot lately on moving to Mexico.

[bloodorangemoon]

I grew up the same way but in San Diego Mexican neighborhoods, and let me tell you, we drank soda constantly. It was such a thing that some family members would perform a sing and dance about it with the kids, toma coca cola, toma coca cola, as they'd point from head to butt and back to mouth singing about drinking coca cola 😂 I had soda regularly up until around 19 years old, I had moved out to health conscious LA a year earlier and shortly dropped the habit. Coca cola has a ton of political influence in Mexico, it's not surprising the populace is so addicted

[ForTheLoveOfHomes]

Great and insightful video. Enjoying your channel!

[Trenhardlike_Felix]

I as well lived in Mexico for at least 2 years more on the country side. Though I am from up north of a bit far from Chicago, similar background and have seen this stuff too especially with a lot of dogs roaming around the streets and more topes around. Going for a visit this December! Miss it there!

[justmenorsky]

Thank you for the informative about Mexico 🇲🇽

[donacorp]

Saludos desde México, gracias por las recomendaciones

[ADRN..]

HI, I've been watching you guys since I moved to Mexico from Chicago as well. I started in Cuidad Hidalgo, , then went to live in Morelia, and now live and work in Mexico City. My biggest culture shock was how cheap some things are here (food) and how expensive (technology) is here compared to the US. As to work, there is definitely a more chill vibe, in America they have a work ethic mentality and they have a competitive and hierarchical structure. My bosses in Mexico have been the nicest, most chill people I have met and don't have any power trips.

[KattieMetChris]

Excellent insight guys, thanks for sharing your experiences honestly! 🤙💖

[JetsetJose]

I really appreciate these videos. I have an upcoming trip to Mexico and it’s great to get this insight prior to visiting.

[abelvillarreal]

I really enjoy your videos. Please keep them coming.

[MegaMecoso]

My family in SLP always looks at me like I'm from another planet when they see me drink a water with all my meals.
"Ahi hay refresco" they subtly tell me Lol