American TURNED DUTCH, 5 Ways I've Changed Since Moving to the Netherlands

[@OsmosisHD]

Learning how to swim. About that subject I saw something really touching last week at the beach. A person in the Netherlands whom can't swim is a exception. There was this foreign guy and he didn't know how to swim, we saw him hesitant at the shoreline, looking around seeing the kids running into the sea without fear. It became clear he wanted to do the same. A couple approached him and they told him that they would learn him to swim. Before you knew it a total of like 5 adults were teaching this foreigner how to swim. It was nice and heartwarming. Society should be like that all the time. Be kind to others and help each other

[@exploringtheforeign]

Wow, this was such a heartwarming story to read. I just imagined seeing this scene myself. Thank you!!

[@las1147]

You have no idea how important that swimming part is. Every summer there's tragic stories on the news about somebody who drowned somewhere and they're usually here on holiday or moved from another country and just never learned to swim. Such a vital life skill that really should be universally taught...

[@exploringtheforeign]

Yeah, I've heard a bit about those stories. Really sad!

[@lahaya237]

but remember one thing, don't think you can beat the sea now that you can swim.

[@petervanderkruk8346]

And don't go farther than waist high into the sea. The North Sea is treacherous, even when it looks calm. We want you to stay alive and living here.

[@red8884]

Bro dont go into water of which you cant see the bottom.

[@Lily_and_River]

@@petervanderkruk8346 Isn't that a bit exaggerated? One can swim in the sea. Just need to pay attention to warnings and if there are certain currents or tides that seem to pull you in. I swam in the sea a lot this year, I never go too far but definitely to a point that I can't stand on my feet anymore.

[@alexmeyjes5533]

As a Dutchman who has now lived in the States for 46 years I enjoy your intelligent conversation style. Keep growing and exploring the world and its peoples and you'll look back on a life well lived. I did!

[@ZhanePAN]

Yes, this will definitely be my story soon! I’m making the change to move to the Netherlands. I’ve always had a connection with the country, even though I’ve never been there before. I’ve been learning Dutch and the culture for years! Now it’s all up to divine timing! Great video!

[@exploringtheforeign]

Hey, Brittany! Really cool to hear! I'm curious what got you connected with the Netherlands? Glad you enjoyed the video :)

[@juloedtb1420]

Welkom in Nederland. Ik vind je "can do" attitude en positiviteit geweldig en ben blij voor jou dat je je draai hebt gevonden. Je kan trost zijn op jezelf, ik weet zeker dat je vriendin en je familie dat ook zijn. Ik kijk uit naar je volgende video.

[@exploringtheforeign]

Aw man, heel erg bedankt voor dit reactie!

[@kendahl805]

The guy on the bike lol Proud of you for learning how to swim and learning to slow down and enjoy life. YOU INSPIRE ME SO MUCH!

[@exploringtheforeign]

Haha, he was hilarious, right? I noticed him when I was editing. I appreciate you, cousin!!

[@dutchman7623]

@@exploringtheforeign Camera happy delivery boy...

[@justvibeandplay5648]

I laughed so hard when he said i cant swim. I am a dutch guy so yes i learned when i was 4 something like that. I didn't know it was here so importend like i was thinking i was arround the world and the transformation what he had in swimming is so cool🤩

[@dutchman7623]

@@justvibeandplay5648 I had my first swimming lessons in second grade of elementary school. In an open air swimming area of a lake. When an indoor swimming pool opened a year later, we all got our A, B and C swim certificate in school sports. Very funny because at the same lesson hour, military got their lessons too. Crying young men afraid of the water! Hilarious! But already almost sixty years ago...

[@caspervanelli6502]

You learning the language is brilliant. I'm regurarly in meetings where six Dutch people have to speak English, because of the one member from the USA who lives here for seven years, studied at Dutch university and still doesn't speak Dutch. We all speak English quite well, but after a long day at work, when you're tired, it's getting more difficult...

[@exploringtheforeign]

Thanks, Casper! I could imagine from your perspective how tiring it may be at times.

[@jcjhudson]

I would hold the meetings in Dutch, give them 3 months warning and that’s it! I’m Dutch and had to learn English when I married an English guy in the 70’s

[@huisbaasbob1923]

Kan je het voorstellen dat je naar Amerika of Engeland verhuist en dan verwacht dat iedereen Nederlands spreekt? Voor werk heb ik er ergens nog begrip voor om het in in Engels te doen, maar privé heb ik er echt geen zin in.

[@jolietia]

Do you have any learning pointers for those who would like to learn?

[@amitjanuk8743]

I just moved over to the Netherlands and I gotta say, I love your videos. They are not the usual reviews, opinions or advice that you see. Gives some really good insight into the things you have learnt personally which can be relatable to a lot of people. I really like your style too, you always give me a chuckle with some of the comments and transitions. I am hoping to be proficient in Dutch very soon! It is at the top of my list

[@exploringtheforeign]

Really really appreciate this, Amit! Thank you! My vibe when making a video is just to be authentic and speak from my reality, so it's really cool to read this feedback. And I have no doubts you'll pick up Dutch; just force yourself to speak with people, be confident in whatever you know, even if it's just one sentence you know, master that one sentence and eventually it'll keep building up more and more :)

[@robertgeerken9485]

Wow, all the changes you’ve realized are because of your open mindedness, kudos for you for learning the language, Dutch isn’t easy for English native speakers, I guess because of adapting to our culture and way of life you’ve become a true asset to our society, dus een groot compliment waard, kanjer!!

[@exploringtheforeign]

Wow, thanks, Robert!! Appreciate the words.

[@TomBroenink]

Geweldige gozer deze Sam, hij straalt zoveel positiviteit uit en hij leert gewoon ff onze taal of het niks is!! True asset to our society indeed

[@TrangaTanga]

Mooi land hebben we, ik ben super trots om Nederlands te zijn🥰🇳🇱

[@annevandervalk6477]

When I was young I thought that swimming lessons were a basic part of almost every young childs education in every country in the world. I was really shocked when I found out this wasn't true 😅

[@exploringtheforeign]

interesting!

[@IvdV9700]

I love the positive energy that you are showing in your video. You seem like the kind of person that lift other people up. I enjoy your videos and it is nice to see the country i was born in from a different set of eyes.

[@exploringtheforeign]

Huge thanks for this comment, means a lot! And I'm glad you find it entertaining to see the Netherlands from this American's perspective :)

[@IvdV9700]

@@exploringtheforeign Nice contrast, maybe it is nice for you to respond to this video for your next video! kzbin.info/www/bejne/gJ3EdIZ8itZ7e9k&ab_channel=JosefaVlogs

[@baap5]

Massive respect for learning the language and for sharing your "struggles' with swimming and growth as a person!

[@exploringtheforeign]

I appreciate that, for real!

[@Legend-ib9ik]

Je kanaal is geweldig! Ik woon zelf ook in Amsterdam en het doet me goed om te zien dat je hier je plek hebt gevonden. Ik kan niet geloven dat je de Nederlandse taal al zo goed beheerst. Blijf leren en hopelijk zie ik je een keer in de stad!!

[@exploringtheforeign]

Mega thanks!! Ik ben heel blij mee in Amsterdam en ik voel me thuis hier in Nederland😃 zou super leuk zijn elkaar in de stad te zien!

[@Ozymandias1]

5:15 That Canta driver is really putting the pedal to the metal. A Canta is a microcar for people who are motion impaired.

[@exploringtheforeign]

yeah, whenever I watch the video back I wonder if they were tryna scare me or something haha

[@hunchbackaudio]

Exactly what I like so much in the Netherlands is meeting all these different cultures. I’m married to a Surinamese but my whole youth I spend my time making music with Indonesian and Molukkan friends. It was so much fun because they’re Dutch but still maintaining there own habits, music and food culture. If you have the chance, visit a pasar malam (evening market). Very warm and welcoming people, with interesting stories to tell. And yeah, swimming is so natural for us we have no idea it’s not common practice in all parts of the world. Great you picked up on that.

[@exploringtheforeign]

That's awesome to hear! You seem like a very welcoming and open person so I could understand how you got to meet all of these different people! And yeah, swimming was one of the first things that stood out to me when thinking about this video haha.

[@hunchbackaudio]

@@exploringtheforeign Actually I’m pretty much an introvert but I was fortunate that my parents used to attend a church with a lot of Indonesian people and right away they felt like family and we share a passion for music so I totally submerged in their culture and music. That’s many years ago and the elderly Mollukans told me firsthand there story how they where forced to relocate to the Netherlands, very interesting history they find out about. But you already experienced the Surinamese culture a bit and how easy it is to make friends, if you’re open to it. Like you said, live to short to not explore new things.

[@exploringtheforeign]

@@hunchbackaudio Interesting! I learned a little bit about the Moluccans last year and the unfortunate history they have with the Dutch. It was my first time hearing about them! By the way, where do you recommend to go for a night market?

[@hunchbackaudio]

@@exploringtheforeign Yeah that's a whole story in itself and most of the first generation is no longer with us. But their children will be happy to tell you about it. Most Indonesians are situated around Den Haag, if you're looking closer to Amsterdam, you can find a big population Moluccans and Indo's in Huizen (NH). But Pasar Malams are held all over the country, I would try to find a bigger one. Their most famous band is called Moluccan Moods, if you can find one where they play your good. And then the food, that's a whole world in itself to discover, but you'll see.

[@exploringtheforeign]

Awesome! As always, thank you for the suggestions :)

[@memmem77]

My man! Mad respect for learning our local language

[@exploringtheforeign]

Heel erg bedankt!

[@Snaakie83]

It can't be more of a compliment to see someone flourish while being in completely different surroundings, let alone as an expat. You've invested in living here and it looks as if you're succeeding. Absolutely love it!

[@exploringtheforeign]

Man, much appreciated, Ruben! Thank you for this

[@MichielFrackers]

Good on you man! Learning how to speak Dutch and learn how to swim is awesome. So very few people that move to The Netherlands make that effort. I hope you enjoy my old hometown.

[@peterf1]

Not to get all philosophical on 'ya 🙂but that must be such a great feeling that you're in a place that allows you to grow. It's not even about comparing to where you grew up, it's about being in a place that 'feels right' and that seems to have released something in you that's a bit hard to put into words. Hey, when it's working you know it. Look forward to hearing more about your journey.

[@exploringtheforeign]

You're 100% right, Peter! It is a great feeling. Thank you for joining the journey!

[@ItzSKYVlogs]

Oh man… I need to definitely learn Dutch! Man.. I can’t believe you picked it up so fast!

[@exploringtheforeign]

Haha, you can do it, Sky!!

[@sid86588]

Wat fijn dat je het zo leuk hebt hier! Ik wens je al het geluk ❤

[@tschlundt9040]

Dont take the spontaneousness for granted, this i wat id like my fellow dutch farmer folk to enjoy a bit more! Happy to have found your channel!

[@KC-ex7pr]

Props for learning Dutch. I'm over in France trying to learn French and, well, it's not easy - but good for you!

[@exploringtheforeign]

Thank you! Just stay consistent and be confident in yourself and it'll all work out!

[@yvonnebirch6026]

Jazeker ! Leuk om all die verschillende locaties te zien ! As always I love your enthousiasme Sam ! 💕🌷

[@exploringtheforeign]

Dankjewel voor aan het kijken, Yvonne! Blij dat je hebt dit video leuk gevonden!

[@mickvd4]

Its really wholsome seeing you get exited about learning to swim and speak the language. What else can i say but.. welcome below sealevel!!

[@poliglototodidak9638]

I'm trying to move to the Netherlands in 2023 - I'm really glad I found your channel

[@exploringtheforeign]

Yo! Thank you for that! Feel free to ask any questions and I'll help as best as I can

[@hanslinden5289]

Stay away its full here!

[@Jagdkomodo]

Ik geniet van je video's man. Véél positieve energie en het laat me ons land nóg meer waarderen! Als je een keer samen wilt filmen, just lemme know

[@faridbouakline2862]

Glad to hear this experience made you a better person. Keep going you re young and your future is bright

[@farrahfarrahfarrah]

Another great video nephew! Wow, I did not know you couldn't swim. CONGRATULATIONS!!! That's cool you've set your mind on accomplishing to learn. That first step is always the biggest. And when you keep going you want to do more! It's nothing wrong being spontaneous😆I think the whole family has that vibe, it's not your fault!! It's true, life is too short! Enjoy every moment! Oh yeah, and the guy😆 on the bike.. he made a complete U-turn to show some love. But, I was worried about that red car that passed by a little too fast!😧

[@exploringtheforeign]

Thank you, Auntie!! Haha yeah, swimming was never in my toolbox, but I got it now haha. And the fam definitely has the spontaneous vibe, so I know where I get it from! And don't worry, I was safe :) haha, thanks for watching, Auntie!

[@farrahfarrahfarrah]

@@exploringtheforeign you're welcome

[@randomdutchguy]

Making the world more Dutch 1 person at a time 😂 Welkom en veel plezier

[@justlovelyaintit]

Thank you for making the the effort to learn our language. Enjoy your stay .Maybe forever?

[@juanfran579]

Great job. You always get a much better feel of the country when you fully adapt to the life style. Ik ben duitser en leef in Spanje. In mijn leven is het altijd heel belangrijk geweest, verschillene talen te leren en natuurlijk de taal van de land waar je leeft. En zo spreek ik spaans, valencians, engels, frans en natuurlijk mijn moedertaal duits.

[@exploringtheforeign]

Super leuk dat je alle deze talen spreekt!

[@theooppie9615]

I am happy for you Sam, enjoy the weekend :)

[@exploringtheforeign]

Appreciate it, Theo! Enjoy yours as well :)

[@pvlifestylefitness]

Excellent work my friend 👏 new friend here 👍 Thank you very much for sharing 😊 keep rocking ✌

[@exploringtheforeign]

Thanks!

[@oseijler]

Congratulations! Yr Dutch is really good, not only for an American, but in general!! Super!!

[@exploringtheforeign]

Dankjewel!!

[@LindaCasey]

You're definitely a man after my own heart .. I came here at 24 years of age in the 70s, stayed for 5 1/2 years, returned to the States for 12, but missed Holland so returned in 1989 .. en bleef plakken! You picked a good country to live in. Enjoy.👏🌹

[@exploringtheforeign]

Super leuk om te horen Linda! Cool to hear your story! :)

[@exploringtheforeign]

En dankjewel!

[@MikeBen]

Love the video Sam! Great points. Youre a great ambassador for the Netherlands. The architecture in the background looks amazing and the people seem like they have great vibes!

[@exploringtheforeign]

Thanks, Mike!! Appreciate that, and yeah definitely great vibes here!

[@volkiruski1221]

Lots of respect for you, this is how we see foreigners integrate our country...respect, respect!!

[@exploringtheforeign]

Thank you!

[@cibablea]

Great insights. Thank you.

[@Difficult000]

You GO bro that swimming is life saving !!!✊🏾✊🏾✊🏾

[@nathalieverheij2308]

Wat goed van je dat je nu kan zwemmen. Op dat laatste filmpje was je helemaal relaxt met het water 👍🏾👌🏼 Nice video, the Guy on the bike was hilarious. I like you’re video’s.

[@exploringtheforeign]

Dankjewel, Nathalie!!

[@rondotexe]

Came here from @Itz SKY. Learning to swim was a unexpected, but makes a lot of sense! The little red car at 5:17 was so funny to see. I don't know how people fit in those 😂

[@exploringtheforeign]

Yo! Appreciate you swinging by! And haha, glad saying swim would be a surprise wasn't just clickbait. That car was coming for my life haha.

[@rondotexe]

@@exploringtheforeign 🤣🤣🤣

[@Onwrikbaar]

3:04 When someone sits that close to a canal, you just know he can swim 😄 Well done; now the beaches are more fun too.

[@exploringtheforeign]

Haha, dankjewel! Yeah, I look forward to doing some open water swimming :)

[@manolocorp]

I've heard you speaking Dutch in previous videos, so much respect, man!

[@exploringtheforeign]

Thanks!

[@leonardoluc6362]

What a beautiful City it is being Dutch and after 40 years in L.A. just moved back to Amsterdam omg what a difference to the quality of life i did not realize as was excited to live and work in L.A. as a great experience but yeah 40 years omg. Happy i returned not sure i would appreciate it as much if i stayed in Amsterdam as now.

[@locasiare]

Thank you for sharing I enjoy your content 🙏🏼😊

[@exploringtheforeign]

Aw thanks, Catharina! Really appreciate it.

[@TregMediaHD]

You amd Jason from Not just bikes need to talk about those Canta micro carrs

[@keepitreal665]

your accent is really good too when you speak dutch.You have a natural affinity with the language i think.

[@exploringtheforeign]

Thank you!

[@cdeweijer12]

Your perseverance does you credit! Learning to swim is great fun😊

[@exploringtheforeign]

Thank you!

[@ralphvandersteen4211]

Cool! And funny that we don't want or try to schedule as much as we do, but we can't help it

[@exploringtheforeign]

Haha, I've definitely noticed!

[@MiaHerssens]

Heel goed datje voorbij gaat aan vuurwapengekte, volksgezondheid en de andere klassieke verschillen. Blij dat je het hebt over je persoonlijke groei en ontwikkeling. Veel positiever.

[@exploringtheforeign]

Heel erg bedankt!

[@marieke1985]

Ik kende locaal niet, maar kwam langs op youtube. Wat een leuk kanaal, zo een goede energie heb je. Ik zit deze aflevering te kijken met mijn vriend die na 15 jaar nog steeds erg matig nederlands spreekt. So iam kicking his ass now🤣

[@exploringtheforeign]

haha, ahh, vertel je vriend dat ik sorry zei haha, didn't mean to get him in trouble. Maar ik ben heel blijmee dat je dit video leuk gevonden :)

[@novafalcosmith]

Congratulations 😊

[@scully0105]

Have you adapted in using the metric system when measuring distances, or when weighing groceries, or when you want to know what the temperature is? Or do you find your self going back and forth and converting to the US Customary System?

[@ringerheringa3052]

Complimenten voor het leren van de taal. Fijn dat het leven je hier bevalt.

[@exploringtheforeign]

Dankjewel! Ik vind het heel bijzonder om Nederlands te praten met jullie. Ik voel me hiel thuis hier.

[@ringerheringa3052]

@@exploringtheforeign Mooi zo!

[@PUAlum]

I LOVED this video! When i was a little younger than you, i spent a few years traveling outside the USA. Best time of my life! I love your open and inquisitive nature and the respect you reflect for other cultures. Feed these things.....and you'll love wherever you are. I'll have to subscribe to your channel and catch up on your adventures....but meanwhile, keep on keeping on! I'm sure you're a great good-will ambassador wherever you go. And heaven knows the USA needs good will!! Cheers from LA.

[@exploringtheforeign]

This really put a smile on my face! Thank you!! What were your favorite places that you traveled to? And dope to hear that this video reached LA, that's my birthplace, but mainly grew up in Fontana!

[@sebastiaanl9876]

You a very friendly and polite human! De videos zijn professioneel. Dit is waar KZbin voor gemaakt is: Delen, beleven, leren en respect

[@exploringtheforeign]

Wow, dankjewel, Sebastiaan! Heel erg bedankt

[@novafalcosmith]

The biker is funny lol waving 👋🏽 ❤

[@fam.vanlimburg4649]

Respect man, and welkom👍

[@exploringtheforeign]

Dankjewel!

[@claudine1928]

Great vlog!

[@exploringtheforeign]

Thanks, Claudine!

[@exploringtheforeign]

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[@takusungjung3894]

you look like european metrosexual with your purse since u been in that country

[@b1t0k01]

You should come over to the south once to the province of Limburg, you thought the big city's were multicultural you haven't seen anything yet. About the work effort here in the Netherlands i think u missed a critical point. We know and firmly believe that being healthy yourself in body and soul, is the only way to endure a life of hard work. This gives us in the long run much more healthy citizens who can work longer harder, without the high rate of mental or physical problems along the way. But i think the biggest thing here in the Netherlands is our gouvernement, at least in the past we always had a business like cabinet who ruled the country as a company. We rather have a ruthless businessman in charge looking at every cent spend, then a politician giving out gifts. Great video keep it going.

[@TregMediaHD]

Dude when we film I have so much to share and you can bring me up to speed on whiskeys because I smoke plants normally not drink anything more than my hefe weis or a Dutch liquer from.time to time

[@jochemjonker3362]

Which your attitude,to me,you're more as welcome.You're learning Dutch, that's a PRO to start with.But also learning from different attitudes and culture around you,is a great thing.Go on likes this Bro.

[@exploringtheforeign]

thank you, Jochem!

[@evanl5837]

Omg look at that merchhhh I love it! You're growth is incredible Sam! So proud ☺️ just so you know, whenever you need help with a video again you can always hit me up! Keep it up 👏🏻

[@exploringtheforeign]

Evaaaaaa!! Man, huge thanks for this. You know how much you've helped me out along the way, and I appreciate that. I'll definitely tap in with you when I need some help in the future!

[@evanl5837]

@@exploringtheforeign 🧡🧡🧡

[@cherylh.1537]

I love seeing your growth and self awareness. Keep inspiring others to do the same.

[@exploringtheforeign]

You're the best, and you know why!!

[@arnoldahr7775]

Like your T-shirt :)

[@exploringtheforeign]

Thank you!!

[@somedutchguy2062]

4:30 Haha, that guy actually turned his bike around to wave some more.

[@exploringtheforeign]

haha yeah, that was funny to see after

[@borkingdoggouwuuwuw]

as a Canadian, im really surprised the USA doesn't have much for swimming classes. All through school I had swimming classers. Never thought of the difference, but it makes sense because Canada has the most amount of lakes in the world. As Canada has a whopping 2 million lakes, I guess swimming is a necessity

[@exploringtheforeign]

Yeah, it's not as common there as people would think aha. But there are still a lot of Americans that do lessons and also some high schools that require it as a class.

[@hkjb2002]

Dutch and English is a sister language for example Doe je best, een groot compliment waard Doe = Do Je = you Best= best Een = a Groot = great Compliment = compliment Waard = worth (Logical)

[@bluebewwycl0udz]

Oh my god id love to meet you actual dutch people arent as interesting Im glad you learned dutch Bedankt for het blijven hier ik ben blij dat je het leuk vindt hier, goed dat je nu ook kunt zwemmen😊❤ Also your swimming is great good job

[@exploringtheforeign]

Haha je kan me door hele Nederland vinden! En dankjewel voor de complimenten!

[@bluebewwycl0udz]

@@exploringtheforeign oke, geen probleem Jouw Nederlands is trouwens echt goed!

[@DannyMaas]

Hey J.D. Williams!!!! #GoodChoice Good thing you learned how to swim.

[@exploringtheforeign]

Thanks!

[@TregMediaHD]

Sorry Sam I've been so caught up with my job building Up awakenings Lady GaGa and some more unrecognised events such as solar and appel pop I got so busy . Sprrek je snel Kereltje

[@jaycparr17]

👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 those last talking points hit!!!

[@exploringtheforeign]

Thank you, bro!!

[@noisyneighbourz]

lol , i am so proud of you (that sounds a bit weird not really knowing you) awesome . i feel that you are doing lots of things that challenge you, the language thing, getting out of your comfort zone, the youtube ting, .....patience but you got this

[@exploringtheforeign]

Aw man, thank you so much! You've been showing love and watching for a while now it seems and I really appreciate that!

[@theinvestorssquad8752]

Just moved to Belgium, How long did it take you to learn Dutch ? Would appreciate a video or some insight on free tools or things that helped you get to where you're at now with the language.

[@exploringtheforeign]

Hey awesome! How's it going so far there? As for learning Dutch, so just to be clear, I'm not fluent haha, but I'm at a level where I'm comfortable with having 80% of conversations and can understand about 80% of things I hear. I'd say getting around this level took roughly 5-6 months. And to the way I got there was consuming as much stuff in Dutch as possible, reading the news in Dutch, only using Dutch when doing every day tasks like grocery shopping or ordering food, watching a lot of TV in Dutch, etc. And the key is to just be confident in whatever you learn/know. We're not native speakers, so no point in being scared of making mistakes :) just go out and try and through repetition of all of the things mentioned above, you'll find yourself speaking in no time!

[@chubbymoth5810]

I guess the issue here is that in much of the Dutch speaking part, they speak the Flemish dialect of Dutch, which in some cases leads to question marks when I hear it. Or rather a big fat "Huh?" So learning Dutch will get you there eventually, but it is part of the journey. I can recommend Duo Lingo. Their method is very methodical and clever and will get you on the way. Trying to find Dutch spoken documentaries with subtitles and listening to it will train your ears.

[@storm1968eu]

indeed ... don't worry about making mistakes. ask people to correct your mistakes or to explain, and refuse to switch to english because that's what most flemish and dutch people will do immediately, but you won't learn anything that way.

[@tinaaurum]

@4:35 hey dude!🙋🏾‍♀️🙋🏾‍♀️🙋🏾‍♀️

[@mariacatharina4759]

Please stay spontaneous as well 😀

[@exploringtheforeign]

Will do, Maria!

[@wileydewitt]

Great video.

[@exploringtheforeign]

Thank you!!

[@basr-i9c]

One of us one of us!

[@exploringtheforeign]

Haha dankjewel!

[@svennieehX050]

Respect man! Mooi om te zien dat je Nederlands spreekt, vooral omdat het een hele moeilijke taal is. Ben je ooit wel eens naar Groningen geweest?

[@exploringtheforeign]

Dankjewel! En nee, ik ben nog niet naar Groningen geweest maar het staat wel in de plannen!

[@mickvd4]

Mooiste stad van NL!! Er gaat niets boven 050!!

[@RalucaBlajut]

Haha, I learned how to ride a bike at 24, so learning how to swim at 26 is not bad at all!! Congrats! ❤️

[@exploringtheforeign]

Awesome! Never too late to learn anything!

[@TregMediaHD]

I'm so geneukeuknd proud of u Sam

[@exploringtheforeign]

Thanks, man!

[@reneegroeninx7076]

Travelling broadens the mind!

[@exploringtheforeign]

I agree!

[@blindbrick]

Thumbs up for learning the language and learning to swim.

[@exploringtheforeign]

Thanks! :)

[@YasukeNakamoto]

It's nice seeing another black American give positive experience. I was a bit worried about this before moving there.

[@exploringtheforeign]

Glad this helped, man! I've had a great experience so far. Where are you coming from in the States?

[@YasukeNakamoto]

@@exploringtheforeign I currently live in Denver, but only moved here last year from Northern California. This Denver weather has been preparing me for Europe haha

[@bigstone8612]

I respect your grind and I appreciate your enthusiasm for learning the language. Whenever I meet expats, I automatically change to speaking English so that I can make it easier for them but does that help at all?

[@exploringtheforeign]

Heel erg bedankt! As for the switching to English, I understand the natural desire to want to do that if you see someone struggling with Dutch or not speaking at the same level that you speak English, but if Dutch people do that, I also don't think it'd be valid for them to be upset that no one speaks Dutch haha. For myself, I'm very aware to be stubborn with speaking back in Dutch, but I know most people don't feel comfortable going back to Dutch after a Dutch person responds in English.

[@womenfrom0202]

Tip, vraag altijd of ze Nederlands willen leren, en leg alleen dingen in het Engels uit en ga verder in het NL’s,

[@nightangel6666]

Wonderfull that you took the time to learn the Dutch way of living. Now I am curious , have you only learned the Dutch way of living in the big city in the western part of the country or have you tried another part of the Netherlands as well to see how their Dutch way of living is ? Each part of the Netherlands is so different , socially, interests, language (dialects ) pace of life. Could be interesting for you to find that out. Here in the Eastern part of the Netherlands specially in the small villages it is very normal for everybody to greet each other and it doesn’t matter if you are familiar to us or not. Spread your wings and find out how beautiful and interesting the rest of the Netherlands is. 😃 loved the video 🫶🏻❤️

[@exploringtheforeign]

Hoi!😁 Eerst, dankjewel voor aan het kijken en dankjewel voor jouw reactie! Ik ben net verhuisd naar Amsterdam, maar voor dat was ik in Brabant voor anderehalf jaar aan het wonen, eerst een dorpje voor 3 maanden en Den Bosch voor een beetje meer dan een jaar. Ik ben heel blij mee dat ik heb dit ervaring gehad omdat zoals jij zegt, er zijn zoveel verschillende culturen en dingen hier in Nederland buiten de grootte steden🙌🏾

[@thomass98]

@@exploringtheforeign 5-6 maand om op dit niveau Nederlands te praten?? Hats off

[@Antonio---]

Good stuff👍

[@exploringtheforeign]

Thanks, Antonio!

[@chubbymoth5810]

Learning to swim and enjoying it as boons forever.

[@exploringtheforeign]

Very true!

[@debatts]

Good to see you learning the language.. I learned it in my first 2 to 3 years here also. Have you had the chance to meet other expats?

[@exploringtheforeign]

Hey, David! Nice that you've learned as well🙌🏾 I've met a few expats for sure. Where are you from?

[@debatts]

@@exploringtheforeign I'm from Connecticut. After leaving college and joining the Air Force I decided to live here. I live in Amersfoort, about 20 minutes from IJburg..

[@karenarnett5167]

The photobombing delivery guy was a hoot.

[@regntonne]

You're growing.

[@exploringtheforeign]

Thank you!

[@urbnctrl]

Bro I gotta ask. Did you fall in love with the water? As a Dutchy I love watersports and really discovered last few years i found my peace on a SUP board on the water. Wonder how your view changed on water since you learned how to swim! Swim🏊🏽

[@exploringtheforeign]

I definitely love being in the water now! It's a very relaxing activity

[@gevelbeglazing]

I live near coast almost on the beach , every year several people drown over here , but they are never dutch, swimmig is important

[@volkiruski1221]

Wow that orange mopedcar, 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@yvonnebirch6026]

Jolly good Sam !!💕🌷

[@exploringtheforeign]

Vind je de video leuk? :)

[@jackf1841]

Best thing about Amsterdam: Antwerp is nearby! My favorite city in Europe!

[@NLDude]

Ja, maar kan je ook scholengemeenschap en Scheveningen zeggen?

[@exploringtheforeign]

Ik denk het wel haha

[@lbergen001]

I hope you cycle on your bike too, bc that's mandatory in NL. For the rest...goed bezig👍👍

[@exploringtheforeign]

I need to buy a new bike, but I'll definitely be on one soon! Dankjewel voor aan het kijken!

[@jasonwright9405]

Mandatory? Really?

[@lbergen001]

@@jasonwright9405 to turn into a real Dutch man.

[@silsilsilly]

Good choice that you chose to learn how to swim. It can save your life over here with all this water. learning how to swim is learning how to bike, once you have learned that skill you will always remember how to do it even if you havent done it for a while.

[@exploringtheforeign]

Thank you!

[@benjamindejonge3624]

Finally you can forget imperial and joined the logic wonders off the metric world.

[@exploringtheforeign]

lol

[@Pressplay_Media_EU]

Hoe vind je het leven in NL? Ik heb nooit waren naar Nedeland geweest maar ik hoop ik zal straks ga naar hier en Japan ook

[@exploringtheforeign]

Ik vind het een super leuke land!