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/^t/Paradoxically, the adjustment to returning home requires more effort and patience than going through a culture shock anywhere else. In such a process a heightened sense of awareness helps to understand changes introduced during one's absence in a home country. Recognizing and giving value to things that didn't have any value before, is a part of re-adjustment. Rather than by fooling themselves that everyone will be interested in hearing about their exciting experiences, people should make an effort to think about their feelings, and talk to others about them. A re-entry culture shock takes time and the closest relatives must be aware of it. One should be sensitive to others people's feelings and reserve critical judgments upon their customs, behaviour and beliefs. The re-adjustment proceeds more smoothly if one's expectations are realistic, and one is prepared to meet them.