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6 Months in Poland: The "No Filter" Reality Check

It has been 6 months since we left the UK to start a new life in Poland. In this sit-down chat, Aga (who lived in the UK for 23 years) and I (a Brit new to Poland) discuss the massive culture shocks we have experienced. From the "nightmare" bureaucracy of registering a car to the surprising truth about Polish generosity, we cover the good, the bad, and the coal-dusted reality. The Main Conflict: British Politeness vs. Polish Honesty In the UK, we are trained to sugarcoat everything to avoid offense. In Poland, there is "No Filter." If someone doesn't like something, they say it. We discuss how we had to adapt our communication style to survive here without getting offended every day. In this video: The "Ungrateful" Myth: Why Polish people say "Thanks" and walk away (and why we actually prefer it now). Bureaucracy Hell: Lee’s 3-trip saga to register a car in Poland. The "Throwaway" Society: How our spending habits changed from buying takeaways to recycling and burning wood. Integration: How to make friends in a Polish town when you don't speak the language fluently yet. Key Takeaway: If you are moving to Poland, do not try to change the people. You have to accept the directness, the coal smoke, and the advice from the "cooking pot" of family members. Once you accept it, the quality of life (and the food!) is unmatched. Join the conversation: Have you noticed the difference between British "politeness" and Polish "directness"? Let us know in the comments! Follow the journey: TikTok & Instagram: @leelearnspolish #LivingInPoland #CultureShock #BritishInPoland #PolishMentality #LeeLearnsPolish