For those who’ve lived in both Europe and the USA, I would like to hear your take. What do you love about each place, and what drawbacks have you noticed? Whether it’s the Old World charm of Europe or the dynamic lifestyle in the USA, spill the beans. In the end, what was the game-changer that made you pick one over the other and if you could share the decision-making behind your preferred choice.
Compared to Americans, Europeans (Germans, Dutch, French, and Belgians, based on my experience) tend to spend less money on material possessions and things like home renovations. Instead, they allocate more of their spending towards experiences, such as traveling and well being. Also they save a lot more and engage in less consumerism. In general, I’ve found both sides to be somewhat extreme, with exceptions, of course.