You know, I don't know HOW it happened but now I'm sort of addicted to your vids and I've watched, like, a lot in the past couple of days (I think I watched all of them, is that creepy?), and the one thing that bothered me the most is that you feel you have to sort of defend yourself all the time. I think it's effing gorgeous that you decided to move to Korea and that you totally fell in love with it and all its customs and little things. I respect that, you know? And it doesn't mean that you don't like or wasn't satisfied with America, it doesn't mean you don't like who you are and want to transform into a Korean person. All I mean to say is, who cares what people think? Props for you, bruh, it's not easy moving and starting from scratch and building yourself a respectable lifestyle that you own up to and call your own. Just, respect. Love your vids :)
Feel like you easily blend in Korea and fit so well there because you're very light even though you're poc but I'm a poc and i have darker skin (well brown skin) & I don't think I would enjoy it as nearly as much as you do or fit in as well but always looked as a foreigner
+Deandra I agree so much with this. I feel like if I visited Korea even if I spoke fluent Korean, I would still be looked at as "other". Even if I wear wigs and colored contacts they will still see my brown skin.
+Deandra No matter what you're always going to be a foreigner in Korea, doesn't matter your race. Only East-Asian races could possibly get away with it, but even then they still have a different "vibe" about them that would make it obvious that they're not Korean. Assimilating into a culture doesn't mean you're no longer a foreigner, especially in a country that's still very homogeneous like Korea. In America it's not as obvious because we have so many different races, so as long as they speak fluent English then they blend in. If you live in places like Seoul or Hondae then you'd see a lot of other foreigners from all over the world and of all different races, so the Koreans there won't be as fascinated by you. However if you go to smaller towns or outskirt cities then yeah, you will get stared at and possibly touched no matter your race. It's not really a negative thing either, it's more of just human curiosity (rude of course, but they've just never seen anyone like you before)
+Arianna-Gabriele Marin Well. I mean. It's not really a Korea-thing. Any homogeneous country will have something like that. If you're a white person in Ghana or something, you will be looked at as that "other" and that's not necessarily a bad thing.
Fade Away Every country of course has a certain degree of 'other' with foreigners. But in most countries it is unappealing and unattractive to be brown or dark skin. Therefore, it would be even harder to 'assimilate'. That's the point we are trying to make basically. Megan is a black girl but Deandra and I are also black women and we feel that because her skin is very fair--it is easier for her to feel welcome in Korea. Having fair skin seems to be seen as attractive (instead of dark skin) everywhere especially in Western and Asian countries.
Hahaha yeees eating noisily!😂😂😂 And yes, hitting (playfully). And cute things: my mom is always giving me cute hair accessories and I resisted for such a long time. Are you part Korean? My mother is Korean and I grew up there so Korean was my first language; moving to the States, the kids used to tease me bc I did (and still do to some extent) have a lot of Korean ways. 🇺🇸🇰🇷🇺🇸🇰🇷😊 Great video girlie!!
As a Korean person who grew up in Korea with Korean parents, I would like to point out that my mom HATES noise when eating and taught me to never make noise. My family HATES it so much... They don't even allow me to slurp my ramen... I actually know a couple of families that are the same as ours, so I would say it's better and much more respectful to eat quietly without making noise. Trust me, so many people don't like it. I think the only time it's awkward eating quiet is when you eat ramen.. lol
+HelloMyNamelsBanana Ugh yes. I'm Korean-American with Korean-born-and-raised parents, aunts, and uncles. The only people who make a lot of noise when they eat are the men. -_- Except when we eat ramen/noodles like you mentioned - everyone eats those loudly haha.
+HelloMyNamelsBanana oh maybe that's why I've seen in a korean cuisine guide to not make noise and I was so confused because in TV we see a lot of people slurping and chewing so loudly... thank god, those noises are irritating!
I live in Japan, and I feel like a lot of these things are similar. And it's actually funny because I get told by people, foreign and Japanese, that I act Japanese and like, why do I do that? And I felt the same way as you. I moved here by my own choice, and I feel like I want to assimilate and take part in the culture and country I've decided to live in. What's wrong with that?! We expect the same in America, for sure! So yeah, I agree with a lot of what you said, and I agree that there's nothing wrong with it. Furthermore, I feel like it helps native people feel more comfortable around a foreigner when they know that person knows how to navigate their culture and language and is excited and willing to take part.
+Dara in the Clouds Actually Koreans would say: Wow Megan, you are already Korean. :) Koreans are very proud about foreigners and appreciate them who live the Korean lifestyle. I don't know why foreigners have a problem with Megan's life? Maybe pure envy.
+ifyouLoveLayandyouknowitclapyourhands _ I always thought everyone should learn English because America is the worlds leading superpower and English is so prominent, but I understand what you're saying. People are a little conceited in thinking that there country is the best. But I think that's a little bit of everyone. Even some people in North Korea think that their country is better than everywhere else...
I was born in and live in the USA, but have lived in other countries. I am also Latino, and so I fail to see what assimilation in the USA even means? Many of my family members came to the states recently, they speak no English, and live just fine. I live in a predominantly Latino area, and so for me my culture and race is Latino, And so I get confused when people say that we in the USA expect people to assimilate because I don't know what culture people are expected to assimilate to.
+raincoathaveli No yeah, I used to live in a predominantly Latino area as well. My class was taught in both English and Spanish because so many kids spoke Spanish. I don't really know what Americans expect others to assimilate to either, I guess learning English is a main one. It's weird...
+kirumi4678 it's true that knowing English is useful, and necessary depending on what you want to do and where you live, but it's not required. There is no official language of the USA, because that would violate freedom of speech. I get that in some areas of the US there is a specific culture that you could assimilate to, but unless you live in rural US I don't think there is any culture to assimilate to.
+ChoNunMigookSaram I've asked you before and I will ask you for the second time and I will continue to question, even if you ignored 😆 .. or didn't sees it 👀 I hope if someone knows the answer just write it, I'll be grateful so to you .. Can you make a video about the things forbidden shipped to Korea .. I have friends but I want to be surprised to send gifts (do not want to ask them what are the prohibited stuff sent to Korea ~> Why? I want to send a gift ~> really~> for me .. 😕!! ~> do not want to tell you / you get me correctly .. understand me right ..) Are there any taxes when sending parcels? Please, I need your help .. you live there you know better and more .. Please do not ignoring my comment .. Thanks to all in advance .. if you can help me or not 😙 ChoNunMigookSaram luv you ♡~
Anggita Raissa i do but all in korean .. and i can't trust google 😅 Even I sent a message to the Korea Customs, but they send to me the same link I can't understand korean .. and as i told you can't trust google translate 😆
I love that you have adapted to the culture. What you say is all true. Lol. You are an awesome person with great personality. I think you blend in well with the Koreans and speaking Hangul is a plus and you speak it so well, esp because it's such a hard language. You look great in Korean fashion, you look great period!! I'm so jealous that you are having so much fun and enjoying your life in Korea. Something I can only dream about. Lol. Pls keep them videos coming. 😉
You are fantastic. You are living your dream. You are a great example for those who find beauty in other cultures. I enjoy your videos, they are entertaining and informative. You are allowing so many people to see and appreciate Korean culture.
+Phoenixspin if you are a male she will not do it cuz the misunderstood , as i know korean men usually think the girl have a crush on them when she hit them.
As a Native American, and as someone who eventually is going to Korea, I'm curious as to know what Koreans think about Native Americans. Do you think you could do a video on it? I would really appreciate it! :D
I am korean and i think koreans don't like noisy eating habits too. it's not appropriate for eating manners. It's just drama for food looks tasty. Sorry for my bad english 😂
I'm on my way to work and it's raining but your video made my morning much brighter!! Thank youuuu!!! 😍Hope you have a Merry Christmas!! The tree in the back is so pretty! 🎄😄
I know what you mean. I have 2 friends they are from Thai I love them both so much. but some days when I'm annoyed and we are eating together and they are smacking there food. Im like shut up
I absolutely loved what you said about how Koreans appreciate cute things. If I could change anything about American culture it would be to make more cute things for adults!! I'm at the point right now where I don't care what people think lol I'll play with all the cute things as much as I want :D
So glad I discovered your RUclips channel! You are HILARIOUS to begin with and I appreciate your insights on living in Korea and the cultural differences you've encountered. Yet what a good sport you are assimilating with some of the more harsher differences (like your blunt/offensive things Koreans say/do video)! You're much more forgiving and understanding of native Koreans pushing people on the subway than me or my sis who grew up in the States. You're so articulately spoken and your Southern (?) accent and flair make the videos so entertaining. All the best to you!
'Murican right hurrr. I tend to dress up when i go outside and i really like cute stuff. Some people have asked me if i had some special occasion because i dressed up so nicely. Uuuh no lol. The reason i do this is because i stay at home a lot and wear pajamas all the time. When i go outside, i want to look different and much nicer. As for cute stuff, my mom tells me i am too old for them haha. Naaah, mah, one is never too old for Disney TsumTsums :D
its great that your happy in Korea, dont let anyones negative comments bring you down! adapt to the culture and absorb it as a whole, your happiness matters the most :) gooddluckkkk keep having fun
you have a beautiful smile. I like the subjects you bring up. I'm Korean living in the states and haven't been there since 5. I learned allot about my culture through your experiences. I would love to visit my country but can't because my passport was lost. Parents passed away years ago and the language barrier keeps me from communicating with my relatives. Anyways, keep'em coming. Thanks for all you do! Ms. Migook Saram.
I absolutely adore your style & clothes in this video!! When I lived in Korea and our school was eating noodles for the first time I really had to stop myself from laughing because it sounded soooo funny when everyone was slurping loudly around me
Those are some great points you have brought up and as always I enjoyed your take on it. Maybe in a future video could you talk more about the drinking etc, because I am under the assumption that people are pressured to go out and drink and I don't drink at all. Also, do you know of any vegan restaurants in Korea? Thank you!!!! Do more fashion videos!
Exactly, if you live in a place long enough people expect you to participate in some of the culture. Love your jacket and your xmas tree! Happy Holidays!
The last point you mentioned is my favorite by far. I totally agree with you, if I live in a country, whether I'm from that country or not, I should adapt to it without having people giving me crap about it. xoxo
I just discovered & subscribed to your channel, and I'm enjoying your videos. It's fascinating hearing about the differences and different opinions between our cultures. I hope you keep making more of these. Peace and love from America.
I love all those things! especially the last. my dad was in the Navy and we lived everywhere. I learned all the accents quickly and, like most humans, just wanted to be a part of. it's made me a better person.
Well it is just gone be SAD for me at restaurants cuz ya girl will have on some music....something! ¨food chewing in mouth¨ noises annoy me so much I literally almost cry....sucks for me lol
If you hadn't immersed your self in the Korean culture the way you have, I think it would of taken a lot of us longer to understand this beautiful culture, thank you for what you are doing:)!!
Could you explain their cultural views on kissing people on the cheek? I only ask because I'm a big fan of BTS, and sometimes as a punishment for losing a game, they have to kiss each other on the cheek and they all freak out about it. Of course in the U.S., that sort of punishment wouldn't be a big deal, so it's something I'm really curious about. Also, you're the greatest! ^-^
+Noori Nessi thanks for clearing this for us XD I'm European (Italian) and kissin each other on the cheek is such a common thing here I couldn't understand what was wrong with it XD I mean, we kiss on the cheek with all the time xD Especially if it's a special occasion like: christmas, birthdays, the end of the year and so on X°
I subscribed to your channel years ago and then idk I realized I wasn't getting notifications from your channel, found out I was unsubscribed,, ahhhhh. it makes me so happy when I see you laughing at your videos, telling the story, I missed you, really. From florida, Hello. im glad I'm back. love ya girl.
I seriously just love your personality and all of your videos! I'm actually planning on moving to South Korea after I finish college in about 2 years and I'm so excited!
Well i have to say"integrate" is a better. I mean you dont have to assimilate to another culture. Its more about respect and a living with different cultures and not being the same..
Yeah, I would like to think that the US is moving more towards integration than assimilation, but many ppl don't know the difference between the terms.
I've never been interested in Korea, i have no idea how i ended up on your channel, but i've been here for 2 hours now laughing and like sympathizing with certain feelings as an expat (not to Korea but to Sweden) especially the learning the language bit, and being all giddy at having an epiphany.
I found a shirt that has the same pattern but its sold out everywhere i go because its from like 2 years ago www.lyst.com/clothing/asos-10-deep-bullpen-baseball-top-black/
Ah man I totally relate. I bum it at home sometimes, but when I go out, I dress up from the usual. I do my makeup, sometimes hair, and I will put an outfit together. I just feel better when I dress up and not as lazy.
I feel like some of the things done in Korea I do already in America like the hitting part obviously not with a lot of force but just among people I'm close with and I will always love cute things lol that's never going to change. I think assimilation is a part of adapting to a new country especially if you stay there for long periods of time its just something people get used to its. I like how Megan so open minded that's why I always enjoy following her on my social media💙.
your video made my day ^^ question: I'm in seoul right now, travelling alone. And I'm having so much trouble finding places where I can eat alone. especially korean food. do you have any reccs? ??
Hi there! I just got back from Korea and I don't know where you are or how helpful this'll be but in my experience there are restaurants that are meant to serve more than one person based on their menu (부대찌개 or 찜닭 for instance) and they won't serve you if you're alone. However the more mom-and-pop hole in the wall places are welcoming to solo diners and also places where the menu is catered towards portions for one person too. While eating alone might get you stared at cause meals are very social, I saw Koreans eating alone too. There were some places around my university in 이대 that served Korean food and I sometimes went there alone. There's a great 만두 place over there that I recommend^^ happy hunting!
You can go pretty much anywhere near a university and in the little backstreets, there's lots of little restaurants run by old grandmas. They cook all the traditional Korean foods for a good price and you can eat alone. Well, actually you can go pretty much anywhere outside the centre. You just have to go to these types of restaurants.
I subscribed to your channel years ago and then idk I realized I wasn't getting notifications from your channel, found out I was unsubscribed,, ahhhhh. it makes me so happy when I see you laughing at your videos, telling the story, I missed you, really.
The people that think you're problematic for assimilating into Korean culture believe that keeping all the cultures separate is correct. Forget that. You respect the culture and that's perfectly fine! Keep on doing you Megan!
This video really opened up my eyes. I have been wanting to move to Korea for awhile but my step dad thinks I want to move there because I "hate" America . This is not true, I just want to be able to adopt other cultures an travel and Korea is in the top of my list! thanks so much this helped me a lot with my decision😊
This girl name kaijaw in our dorm would do that. She would go out every night with her other Korean and a Chinese friend/s and She was like I'm so tired, and in like gyal stay home! You've been out every night!! And she said I can't that's rude ( ; -;). Poor kaijaw. 😂
she says "저는 미국 사람 *pause* 입니다" which is " chonun migook saram *pause* imnida" which more or less means "I'm an American person/ I'm American" (sorry for the long explanation)
I'm so glad you made this video. I get asked ALL the time, about why I am moving to Korea or if I don't appreciate my country. I get annoyed at times. Why do I have to live in the country I was born in? Why wouldn't you want to travel and learn another's culture? Why do you want to stay here? I feel like asking these questions sometimes in reasons, lol. But I'm happy to say I have a deep love for Korean culture, values, history, entertainment, food, and everything else. I have already told my Korean friends not to use English all the time just so I can learn it faster.
I like the eating noisily. Because people always want to complain and yell at me like im going to tell them "girl if you interrupt me eating one more time imma punch you".
Thanks for sharing this! Great video :D Lol I have noticed the louder eating too, and just assumed that it was like "compliments to the chef" or pointing out how good the food was
Hey Megan! So I'm a freshman in college and I'm in the process of learning Korean. As of now I feel like I've learned a lot because I can understand some of the phrases you use and tbh I couldn't before haha. But I was wondering how much Korean did you learn more before you went to Korea and do you feel like living in Korea really helped you learn Korean better? Thanks!! Love you and your videos! ❤️
+kevin ATIcore A lot of EA skin care have whitening/brightening products in them, it's kinda hard to find some that don't have whitening agents. And since that's mostly what's available to her, I'm sure she uses mostly EA skincare... which would make her lighter over time. Also, it's winter, and people get lighter in the winter. :)
i love videoes like this; i love learning about different cultures and customs and how one thing will be considered normal in one country and then rude in another; it's so interesting to me.. i hope to travel to learn more ahh.. ^^
I love all your videos but the culture ones have to be my favorite! It's nice to have a source to go to when I'm curious about thing like these. Make more please!! I love them!🙂
Wow, it really seems like you had a lot more to say on this topic since you came up with it on your own than when you're asked questions! ^_^ tbh I'd like to see more video of just the stuff you personally have a lot of thoughts on, they're super informative!
You know, I don't know HOW it happened but now I'm sort of addicted to your vids and I've watched, like, a lot in the past couple of days (I think I watched all of them, is that creepy?), and the one thing that bothered me the most is that you feel you have to sort of defend yourself all the time. I think it's effing gorgeous that you decided to move to Korea and that you totally fell in love with it and all its customs and little things. I respect that, you know? And it doesn't mean that you don't like or wasn't satisfied with America, it doesn't mean you don't like who you are and want to transform into a Korean person.
All I mean to say is, who cares what people think? Props for you, bruh, it's not easy moving and starting from scratch and building yourself a respectable lifestyle that you own up to and call your own.
Just, respect.
Love your vids :)
Oh my god I was the same way last week! Haha.
+EvilKeepsMe YOUNG
How is evil keeping you young?
Feel like you easily blend in Korea and fit so well there because you're very light even though you're poc but I'm a poc and i have darker skin (well brown skin) & I don't think I would enjoy it as nearly as much as you do or fit in as well but always looked as a foreigner
+Deandra I agree so much with this. I feel like if I visited Korea even if I spoke fluent Korean, I would still be looked at as "other". Even if I wear wigs and colored contacts they will still see my brown skin.
I know. That's a big reason I'm afraid to go to Korea. But I'm gonna do it anyway, just that's so scary.
+Deandra
No matter what you're always going to be a foreigner in Korea, doesn't matter your race. Only East-Asian races could possibly get away with it, but even then they still have a different "vibe" about them that would make it obvious that they're not Korean.
Assimilating into a culture doesn't mean you're no longer a foreigner, especially in a country that's still very homogeneous like Korea. In America it's not as obvious because we have so many different races, so as long as they speak fluent English then they blend in.
If you live in places like Seoul or Hondae then you'd see a lot of other foreigners from all over the world and of all different races, so the Koreans there won't be as fascinated by you. However if you go to smaller towns or outskirt cities then yeah, you will get stared at and possibly touched no matter your race. It's not really a negative thing either, it's more of just human curiosity (rude of course, but they've just never seen anyone like you before)
+Arianna-Gabriele Marin Well. I mean. It's not really a Korea-thing. Any homogeneous country will have something like that.
If you're a white person in Ghana or something, you will be looked at as that "other" and that's not necessarily a bad thing.
Fade Away Every country of course has a certain degree of 'other' with foreigners. But in most countries it is unappealing and unattractive to be brown or dark skin. Therefore, it would be even harder to 'assimilate'. That's the point we are trying to make basically. Megan is a black girl but Deandra and I are also black women and we feel that because her skin is very fair--it is easier for her to feel welcome in Korea. Having fair skin seems to be seen as attractive (instead of dark skin) everywhere especially in Western and Asian countries.
Hahaha yeees eating noisily!😂😂😂 And yes, hitting (playfully). And cute things: my mom is always giving me cute hair accessories and I resisted for such a long time. Are you part Korean? My mother is Korean and I grew up there so Korean was my first language; moving to the States, the kids used to tease me bc I did (and still do to some extent) have a lot of Korean ways. 🇺🇸🇰🇷🇺🇸🇰🇷😊 Great video girlie!!
actually she is 100% African American
Ameriie!!!! 😍😍😍
+TheBongoJeff really??? i thought she was half white half black
It's the real Amerie! Hi!! Megan is 100% African American been living Korea for over 2-3 years.
+Shereece S I thought in another video she said she was mixed..
Do you hear that she played EXO Growl in the background
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As a Korean person who grew up in Korea with Korean parents, I would like to point out that my mom HATES noise when eating and taught me to never make noise. My family HATES it so much... They don't even allow me to slurp my ramen... I actually know a couple of families that are the same as ours, so I would say it's better and much more respectful to eat quietly without making noise. Trust me, so many people don't like it. I think the only time it's awkward eating quiet is when you eat ramen.. lol
+HelloMyNamelsBanana she likes to generalize
ikr? plus even if they do its usually just some men (아저씨들)..this isnt tru
+HelloMyNamelsBanana Ugh yes. I'm Korean-American with Korean-born-and-raised parents, aunts, and uncles. The only people who make a lot of noise when they eat are the men. -_- Except when we eat ramen/noodles like you mentioned - everyone eats those loudly haha.
+HelloMyNamelsBanana oh maybe that's why I've seen in a korean cuisine guide to not make noise and I was so confused because in TV we see a lot of people slurping and chewing so loudly... thank god, those noises are irritating!
I don't know , most of the people I know slurp or are noisy when they eat , at home and in public
I am Korean and I really don't like someone eathing their food noisy :( It makes me so umcomfortable
I live in Japan, and I feel like a lot of these things are similar. And it's actually funny because I get told by people, foreign and Japanese, that I act Japanese and like, why do I do that? And I felt the same way as you. I moved here by my own choice, and I feel like I want to assimilate and take part in the culture and country I've decided to live in. What's wrong with that?! We expect the same in America, for sure!
So yeah, I agree with a lot of what you said, and I agree that there's nothing wrong with it. Furthermore, I feel like it helps native people feel more comfortable around a foreigner when they know that person knows how to navigate their culture and language and is excited and willing to take part.
+Dara in the Clouds
Actually Koreans would say: Wow Megan, you are already Korean. :)
Koreans are very proud about foreigners and appreciate them who live the Korean lifestyle. I don't know why foreigners have a problem with Megan's life? Maybe pure envy.
+ifyouLoveLayandyouknowitclapyourhands _
I always thought everyone should learn English because America is the worlds leading superpower and English is so prominent, but I understand what you're saying. People are a little conceited in thinking that there country is the best. But I think that's a little bit of everyone. Even some people in North Korea think that their country is better than everywhere else...
I was born in and live in the USA, but have lived in other countries. I am also Latino, and so I fail to see what assimilation in the USA even means? Many of my family members came to the states recently, they speak no English, and live just fine. I live in a predominantly Latino area, and so for me my culture and race is Latino, And so I get confused when people say that we in the USA expect people to assimilate because I don't know what culture people are expected to assimilate to.
+raincoathaveli
No yeah, I used to live in a predominantly Latino area as well. My class was taught in both English and Spanish because so many kids spoke Spanish. I don't really know what Americans expect others to assimilate to either, I guess learning English is a main one. It's weird...
+kirumi4678 it's true that knowing English is useful, and necessary depending on what you want to do and where you live, but it's not required. There is no official language of the USA, because that would violate freedom of speech. I get that in some areas of the US there is a specific culture that you could assimilate to, but unless you live in rural US I don't think there is any culture to assimilate to.
omg I've spent hours and I watched all your videos
I really enjoy to watch your channel😊
Thabks so much for watching and subscribing. :)
+ChoNunMigookSaram I've asked you before and I will ask you for the second time and I will continue to question, even if you ignored 😆 .. or didn't sees it 👀
I hope if someone knows the answer just write it, I'll be grateful so to you ..
Can you make a video about the things forbidden shipped to Korea ..
I have friends but I want to be surprised to send gifts (do not want to ask them what are the prohibited stuff sent to Korea ~> Why? I want to send a gift ~> really~> for me .. 😕!! ~> do not want to tell you / you get me correctly .. understand me right ..)
Are there any taxes when sending parcels?
Please, I need your help .. you live there you know better and more .. Please do not ignoring my comment ..
Thanks to all in advance .. if you can help me or not 😙
ChoNunMigookSaram luv you ♡~
+ElseNoOone ..or you can just google it..
Anggita Raissa i do but all in korean .. and i can't trust google 😅
Even I sent a message to the Korea Customs, but they send to me the same link I can't understand korean .. and as i told you can't trust google translate 😆
Anggita Raissa forgot, thank you ^^
6:48 My inner EXO-L just hyperventilated
I dont even really listen to exo that muxh but man i felt it when it came on
+Kimmipi B. mine tooooooooooooo
+BethyDavisXoX hiii jimin
Same
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I started fangirling at 6:48 when I heard growl.
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Alyssa Sylvester samee
Alyssa Sylvester saammee lol
Alyssa Sylvester SAMEEE
I stopped paying attention and started singing
am i the only one who loves how she always start her video
I love it 🙂
its cute lol
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Can someone explain it? What is she saying?
Riden60 hello friends and family this is Megan Bowen aka "I am an American person" which is her username (저는 미국 사람입니다) (jeoneun migug salam-ibnida)
Megan is the reason why I wanna move to Korea tbh😂 it seems amazing there
IT IS! :D I live here
I like your jacket 🙂
+J-Hope and i like you
j-hope is bae
i like j-hope
j-hope mixtape is fire!!!BTS FIGHTING!#
+Gely Gonzalez ikr like omg
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You always have cute hair/makeup/ and clothes😩💞💞
+acidicboys =^_^=
+ChoNunMigookSaram I like how you Explained the last one 💕 so smart 👏
+ChoNunMigookSaram THAT IS YOUR Real house??
+catalina hernandez nope, it's a study she films at, not her actual place
+Anastacia Young *studio
I love that you have adapted to the culture. What you say is all true. Lol. You are an awesome person with great personality. I think you blend in well with the Koreans and speaking Hangul is a plus and you speak it so well, esp because it's such a hard language. You look great in Korean fashion, you look great period!! I'm so jealous that you are having so much fun and enjoying your life in Korea. Something I can only dream about. Lol. Pls keep them videos coming. 😉
You are fantastic. You are living your dream. You are a great example for those who find beauty in other cultures.
I enjoy your videos, they are entertaining and informative. You are allowing so many people to see and appreciate Korean culture.
I agree she's so awesome!!!!!!!!!!! Honestly I've never come across anyone so cool
I had a Korean female friend. She never hit me. Now I feel bad.
+Phoenixspin if you are a male she will not do it cuz the misunderstood , as i know korean men usually think the girl have a crush on them when she hit them.
+Hyang Gi I hit people when I laugh and it drive folks nuts in the US. I would get in trouble in Korea since I would not think about the gender thing.
+moi lol yes
Just little note for you, not everybody of a certain race behaves exactly the same. Knowing this will be helpful to making you seem less racist.
+Aimee Frost no need to be professionally butthurt. It sounds like she was making a joke.
I'm an Army and I watch "eat Jin" so I'm not really surprised that eating loudly is okay 😂
YASSS ARMYYY
Seokjin is lifeu
International Search Force for Jimin's Jams can ARMY leave me be
Jin eating ramen: * crying noises* UGHHHGGHHHHGHHHH *takes breath* UGHHHGHHHHHHH
RM walks in: jin and jungkook just are like 😶😶😶
Katerina Tsantani I watch 'Eat Jin' and Jin doesn't tend to chew and slurp annoyingly like others do.
As a Native American, and as someone who eventually is going to Korea, I'm curious as to know what Koreans think about Native Americans. Do you think you could do a video on it? I would really appreciate it! :D
EXO as the background music tho 😂💖
yes growl yooo :D
AHHH! Growl!!!
Exo-L 💜
YESSS
+Jessenya Barahona YEAHS
I am korean and i think koreans don't like noisy eating habits too. it's not appropriate for eating manners. It's just drama for food looks tasty. Sorry for my bad english 😂
your english is perfect
I'm on my way to work and it's raining but your video made my morning much brighter!! Thank youuuu!!! 😍Hope you have a Merry Christmas!! The tree in the back is so pretty! 🎄😄
xD its raining here too
Same. It will be for a cple days and its depressing.
+Technical Difficulties I like your user name
taaveren2012 Thank you :)
this comment is so cute lolol :)
i hear exo while i'm in another tag looking at exo lol
The only thing I don't look forward in going to Korea is the sounds! 😰
I am sure you'll get used to it :)
I know what you mean. I have 2 friends they are from Thai I love them both so much. but some days when I'm annoyed and we are eating together and they are smacking there food. Im like shut up
Same to be honest, smacking is just so agitating to me omg.
Smacking is one of my pet peeves, but I think you'll get used to it. For one the food is served so hot, it makes you smack too sometimes
SAME O MY GOD
I absolutely loved what you said about how Koreans appreciate cute things. If I could change anything about American culture it would be to make more cute things for adults!! I'm at the point right now where I don't care what people think lol I'll play with all the cute things as much as I want :D
I love your videos!
+Alexa A. thank you so much for watching and supporting :)
"I'll act crazy I don't need no alcohol" Lol Megan I love you so much ❤️❤️😂
A good day to me is sitting down with my cup of juice watching chonunmigooksaram videos:)
:) in encouraged that I can make your day brighter. Thanks for watching and supporting.
So beautiful, so happy to see how far you've come and how much further you have to go!
They hit to show affection? Man, I already do that all the time. I swear I was supposed to be born in Korea XD
SAME!
So glad I discovered your RUclips channel! You are HILARIOUS to begin with and I appreciate your insights on living in Korea and the cultural differences you've encountered. Yet what a good sport you are assimilating with some of the more harsher differences (like your blunt/offensive things Koreans say/do video)! You're much more forgiving and understanding of native Koreans pushing people on the subway than me or my sis who grew up in the States. You're so articulately spoken and your Southern (?) accent and flair make the videos so entertaining. All the best to you!
'Murican right hurrr. I tend to dress up when i go outside and i really like cute stuff. Some people have asked me if i had some special occasion because i dressed up so nicely. Uuuh no lol. The reason i do this is because i stay at home a lot and wear pajamas all the time. When i go outside, i want to look different and much nicer. As for cute stuff, my mom tells me i am too old for them haha. Naaah, mah, one is never too old for Disney TsumTsums :D
its great that your happy in Korea, dont let anyones negative comments bring you down! adapt to the culture and absorb it as a whole, your happiness matters the most :) gooddluckkkk keep having fun
Every time when EXO - Growl comes on in your vids I can't rlly hear you bec I just focus on the BG music lmao XD btw your smile is so cute ^
you have a beautiful smile. I like the subjects you bring up. I'm Korean living in the states and haven't been there since 5. I learned allot about my culture through your experiences. I would love to visit my country but can't because my passport was lost. Parents passed away years ago and the language barrier keeps me from communicating with my relatives. Anyways, keep'em coming. Thanks for all you do! Ms. Migook Saram.
You always dress so nice, love your videos 💕
I absolutely adore your style & clothes in this video!! When I lived in Korea and our school was eating noodles for the first time I really had to stop myself from laughing because it sounded soooo funny when everyone was slurping loudly around me
Those are some great points you have brought up and as always I enjoyed your take on it. Maybe in a future video could you talk more about the drinking etc, because I am under the assumption that people are pressured to go out and drink and I don't drink at all. Also, do you know of any vegan restaurants in Korea? Thank you!!!! Do more fashion videos!
Plant based restaurant in Seoul,Itaewon name Plant
Exactly, if you live in a place long enough people expect you to participate in some of the culture. Love your jacket and your xmas tree! Happy Holidays!
Okay I am actual trash I heard exo growl playing in the background and I got up and started to dance. (7:00)
6:48 *** my bad
+Call Me Sehun SAMME
Me toooooo
YUS
Mee
The last point you mentioned is my favorite by far. I totally agree with you, if I live in a country, whether I'm from that country or not, I should adapt to it without having people giving me crap about it. xoxo
EXO again ♥️
Yehettt
Yasss
oh yeah
I just discovered & subscribed to your channel, and I'm enjoying your videos. It's fascinating hearing about the differences and different opinions between our cultures. I hope you keep making more of these. Peace and love from America.
I like how you said adopt a culture. Some people do be getting crazy, not you at all. But I've seen some.
I love all those things! especially the last. my dad was in the Navy and we lived everywhere. I learned all the accents quickly and, like most humans, just wanted to be a part of. it's made me a better person.
Well it is just gone be SAD for me at restaurants cuz ya girl will have on some music....something! ¨food chewing in mouth¨ noises annoy me so much I literally almost cry....sucks for me lol
Nevaeh Wright Same! I'm very sensitive to noise, so it would be torture 😭
If you hadn't immersed your self in the Korean culture the way you have, I think it would of taken a lot of us longer to understand this beautiful culture, thank you for what you are doing:)!!
Could you explain their cultural views on kissing people on the cheek? I only ask because I'm a big fan of BTS, and sometimes as a punishment for losing a game, they have to kiss each other on the cheek and they all freak out about it. Of course in the U.S., that sort of punishment wouldn't be a big deal, so it's something I'm really curious about.
Also, you're the greatest! ^-^
bangtan nice
Yeah .. in they're last weekly idol episode they did XD jhope x jungkook .. it was so funny
+notsamally among guys in america that sort of game would be "awkward" for them too since we have the whole "no-homo" deal here.
+Noori Nessi I get you, thanks! :)
+Noori Nessi thanks for clearing this for us XD
I'm European (Italian) and kissin each other on the cheek is such a common thing here I couldn't understand what was wrong with it XD
I mean, we kiss on the cheek with all the time xD Especially if it's a special occasion like: christmas, birthdays, the end of the year and so on X°
I subscribed to your channel years ago and then idk I realized I wasn't getting notifications from your channel, found out I was unsubscribed,, ahhhhh. it makes me so happy when I see you laughing at your videos, telling the story, I missed you, really. From florida, Hello. im glad I'm back. love ya girl.
could you do a video on your makeup??
I seriously just love your personality and all of your videos! I'm actually planning on moving to South Korea after I finish college in about 2 years and I'm so excited!
megan, will you be doing more language learning in your vids?
she should
You should make a video about the similarities and differences between Christmas in Korea and America!
Where did you get that jacket from? It's so pretty. ;^;
Iwant to know that too ;( xD
A beautiful talented young lady with a free spirit. Keep up the nice videos :)
Well i have to say"integrate" is a better. I mean you dont have to assimilate to another culture. Its more about respect and a living with different cultures and not being the same..
Yeah, I would like to think that the US is moving more towards integration than assimilation, but many ppl don't know the difference between the terms.
I've never been interested in Korea, i have no idea how i ended up on your channel, but i've been here for 2 hours now laughing and like sympathizing with certain feelings as an expat (not to Korea but to Sweden) especially the learning the language bit, and being all giddy at having an epiphany.
Does anyone know where her jacket is from? It's super cute
I was wondering too
I think its from the brand 10 DEEP
Im legit in love with that jacket.
I found a shirt that has the same pattern but its sold out everywhere i go because its from like 2 years ago www.lyst.com/clothing/asos-10-deep-bullpen-baseball-top-black/
I was just about to ask 😂😂
Ah man I totally relate. I bum it at home sometimes, but when I go out, I dress up from the usual. I do my makeup, sometimes hair, and I will put an outfit together. I just feel better when I dress up and not as lazy.
I love the chrismassy background hahaa and those slurping clips omg XD
I feel like some of the things done in Korea I do already in America like the hitting part obviously not with a lot of force but just among people I'm close with and I will always love cute things lol that's never going to change. I think assimilation is a part of adapting to a new country especially if you stay there for long periods of time its just something people get used to its. I like how Megan so open minded that's why I always enjoy following her on my social media💙.
Is that her house? It's so cute I love it!
Your eyes are so vibrant in this vid. :)Like the colouring looks rich.
your video made my day ^^
question: I'm in seoul right now, travelling alone. And I'm having so much trouble finding places where I can eat alone. especially korean food. do you have any reccs? ??
Why can you eat alone there?
can't*
Hi there! I just got back from Korea and I don't know where you are or how helpful this'll be but in my experience there are restaurants that are meant to serve more than one person based on their menu (부대찌개 or 찜닭 for instance) and they won't serve you if you're alone. However the more mom-and-pop hole in the wall places are welcoming to solo diners and also places where the menu is catered towards portions for one person too. While eating alone might get you stared at cause meals are very social, I saw Koreans eating alone too. There were some places around my university in 이대 that served Korean food and I sometimes went there alone. There's a great 만두 place over there that I recommend^^ happy hunting!
You can go pretty much anywhere near a university and in the little backstreets, there's lots of little restaurants run by old grandmas. They cook all the traditional Korean foods for a good price and you can eat alone. Well, actually you can go pretty much anywhere outside the centre. You just have to go to these types of restaurants.
+市釧路 That's cool. It's my goal in life. I am now a success.
I subscribed to your channel years ago and then idk I realized I wasn't getting notifications from your channel, found out I was unsubscribed,, ahhhhh. it makes me so happy when I see you laughing at your videos, telling the story, I missed you, really.
The people that think you're problematic for assimilating into Korean culture believe that keeping all the cultures separate is correct. Forget that. You respect the culture and that's perfectly fine! Keep on doing you Megan!
This video really opened up my eyes. I have been wanting to move to Korea for awhile but my step dad thinks I want to move there because I "hate" America . This is not true, I just want to be able to adopt other cultures an travel and Korea is in the top of my list! thanks so much this helped me a lot with my decision😊
This girl name kaijaw in our dorm would do that. She would go out every night with her other Korean and a Chinese friend/s and She was like I'm so tired, and in like gyal stay home! You've been out every night!! And she said I can't that's rude ( ; -;). Poor kaijaw. 😂
i don't know why, but i feel so proud of you. 한국에서 유익한 경험 많이 하시고 항상 건강하세요!!! 외국에서 아프면 서럽고 고향생각 많이나요!!! 항상 응원 할께요.
your eyes look soooo dilated LOL
Contacts 😂
Random Person hahaha I know
dilated hhaha
Circle lenses. They're so cute. :)
You can't see her pupils...
you are my ultimate online Korean tour guide ^-^ Thanks to you I've learned a lot about Korea.
what is after her name when she pops up and says some thing
she says "저는 미국 사람 *pause* 입니다" which is " chonun migook saram *pause* imnida" which more or less means "I'm an American person/ I'm American" (sorry for the long explanation)
thank you
I'm so glad you made this video. I get asked ALL the time, about why I am moving to Korea or if I don't appreciate my country. I get annoyed at times. Why do I have to live in the country I was born in? Why wouldn't you want to travel and learn another's culture? Why do you want to stay here? I feel like asking these questions sometimes in reasons, lol. But I'm happy to say I have a deep love for Korean culture, values, history, entertainment, food, and everything else. I have already told my Korean friends not to use English all the time just so I can learn it faster.
I like the eating noisily. Because people always want to complain and yell at me like im going to tell them "girl if you interrupt me eating one more time imma punch you".
the way you talk is soon funnnyyy..so good at telling stories!
can you tell me again what is the workout you do?
Oh yeah she mentioned that on snapchat at some point
+ITookJiminsJams perfect name
+ITookJiminsJams ur name tho... GOD BLESS 😂🙈
Thanks for sharing this! Great video :D
Lol I have noticed the louder eating too, and just assumed that it was like "compliments to the chef" or pointing out how good the food was
One thing I won't survive in Korea is the noisy eating. I just can't stand it omg. Haha
All your videos make me want to move to Korea! I've started to get really interested in the culture and the language!!
I tried to pay attention to what she was talking about but that's damn difficult if you're jamming out to growl😂
OMIGOSH! Your pronunciation is on point!
An old man with a sailor moon bag lol
Hey Megan! So I'm a freshman in college and I'm in the process of learning Korean. As of now I feel like I've learned a lot because I can understand some of the phrases you use and tbh I couldn't before haha. But I was wondering how much Korean did you learn more before you went to Korea and do you feel like living in Korea really helped you learn Korean better? Thanks!! Love you and your videos! ❤️
is it just me or does she get lighter
Well it is winter there at the moment, so that's kinda expected
I doubt it but if so there is a thing called makeup.
+kevin ATIcore A lot of EA skin care have whitening/brightening products in them, it's kinda hard to find some that don't have whitening agents. And since that's mostly what's available to her, I'm sure she uses mostly EA skincare... which would make her lighter over time. Also, it's winter, and people get lighter in the winter. :)
i think it's a combo of it being winter and the strong lighting. same thing happens to me, to the point where people say i look white lol
I need some of that lotion
She's absolutely brilliant. Subbed.
at 6:47 I died bc GROWL OK GROWL IS MY SHIT
AND SEHUN IS LIFE
Lauren Christina YES AGREED
i love videoes like this; i love learning about different cultures and customs and how one thing will be considered normal in one country and then rude in another; it's so interesting to me.. i hope to travel to learn more ahh.. ^^
3:37 hahahah she's swearing in Korean
THIS is EXACTLY why I love you gurl!!! You're unapologetically yourself :)
Your eyes looks weird in this Video !
She's wearing circle lenses :)
I JUST FOUND YOU AND YOU ARE AMAZING !! I'M SO GLAD I FOUND YOUR CHANNEL !!
Totally agree with her point of view. It's not wrong to explore other cultures...
I love all your videos but the culture ones have to be my favorite! It's nice to have a source to go to when I'm curious about thing like these. Make more please!! I love them!🙂
the best video to explain why I love Korean culture. You have done it better than I realized myself :D
Megan, can you please film a video about your favorite clothes right now? Please? Thank you and we love you!
thanks megan for these videos! i'm thinking of coming to teach english in the next year or two and honestly your vids get me HYPED.
can you do a video about "what to wear in korea during winter" or "how to stay warm in korea during winter"
and you're awesome btw
Wow, it really seems like you had a lot more to say on this topic since you came up with it on your own than when you're asked questions! ^_^ tbh I'd like to see more video of just the stuff you personally have a lot of thoughts on, they're super informative!
I love this style/hairstyle on you. More natural and so cute!