Studying abroad in
[country] soon, first
time. What culture
shock feels like in
phases, so it's
recognized, not mistaken.

Help Me Prep for Culture Shock Before Studying Abroad

So it's recognized as a phase, not mistaken for something being wrong.

Prompt

I'm about to study abroad in [country] for the first time. Explain what culture shock actually feels like in phases, so I recognize it instead of thinking something's wrong with me.