One of the best parts of traveling is experiencing a local culture firsthand. Seeing how others live, work, and play can give us valuable insight into our own lives. According to Psychology Today, cultural immersion can also have a positive impact on our personalities. A 2013 study found that people who studied abroad in college for a semester or longer were more conscientious, agreeable, and emotionally stable than those who stayed put in their hometowns.
And, not surprisingly, people who traveled were also found to be more open to new experiences. The best way to immerse yourself in local cultures? These six suggestions should get you started.
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