Assimilation: The Real Cost of Fitting In When You Move to a New Country

What happens to your identity when you move to a new country?In this episode, Pellegrino and Francois explore the tension between assimilating to fit in and integrating without losing yourself — from immigrant childhoods and double lives to mismatched dinner rituals, homemade wine, and the quiet pressure to blend in.You’ll learn:the difference between assimilation and integrationwhy feeling safe is essential for staying true to yourselfhow culture shock shapes identity, belonging, and behaviourwhy small rituals — from food to family traditions — matter so muchhow to navigate the pull between fitting in and being yourselfWarm, honest, and full of personal stories, this episode is for anyone who’s ever moved, adapted, or felt caught between two worlds. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.