Culture

Shock
among
Non-Jabodetabek
Students
in UniversitasIndonesia
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M.V.P
Agnes Nuraini Savitri
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Ayuni Yustika Sari
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Daniel Kurniawan
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Safitri Ambarwati
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 Presentation
Outline

What is culture shock?
What are the phases of

culture shock?
How do you feel when you’re

experiencing culture shock?
How do you cope with

culture shock?
cul∙ture shock
/ˈkəlCHər ˌSHäk/
noun
•An experience a person may have when one moves to a cultural
environment which is different from one’s own.
•The personal disorientation a person may feel when experiencing
an unfamiliar way of life due to immigration or a visit to a new
country.
 P H A S E O N E
The Honeymoon

In moving to a new place, an individual might

love the new food, the pace of life, and the
locals’ habits.
 P H A S E T W O
The Negotiation

After some time (usually around 3 months,

depending on the individual), differences
between the old and new culture become
apparent and may create anxiety.
 P H A S E T H R E E
The Adjustment

One grows accustomed to the new

culture and develops routines.
P H A S E F O U R
The Adaption

Individuals are able to participate fully

and comfortably in the host culture.
How do you feel?
sad
lonely

anxious

frustrated

homesick

feeling left out

HOW TO COPE WITH IT:
Stay grounded

What you’re feeling is normal, and most

people experience it at one time or another.
HOW TO COPE WITH IT:
Get active

Joining activity groups can establish

connections within host culture.
HOW TO COPE WITH IT:
Stay connected

Family and friends will want to keep in

touch, so make time for chats and calls.
 HOW TO COPE WITH IT:
Challenge yourself

Set yourself a goal each day of interacting with

at least one new person or doing new things.
 Conclusion
Culture shock means you’re growing.
It’s tempting to stay within your
comfort zone, but exposing yourself to
new cultures and ways of seeing the
world is vital for personal growth.
“
There is wisdom in turning as
often as possible from the
familiar to the unfamiliar; it
keeps the mind nimble, it
kills prejudice, and it fosters
humour. —George Santayana, The Philosophy of Travelling
References
UC Irvine. (2011). Phases of Cultural Adjustment.
cie.uci.edu.
UKCISA. (2015). Culture Shock. ukcisa.org.uk.
University of Exeter. (2012). Homesickness
Factsheet. exeter.ac.uk.