Olivia is a global nomad. She is traveling from her home in Australia to Japan. She has never been there but knows the process she will follow. She is excited about the trip right now and that will continue until she arrives. Eventually, after arriving she will adapt to her surroundings and adjust to the beliefs and actions of the Japanese. What will happen in between those two stages of excitement and adaptation?

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Olivia is a global nomad. She is traveling from her home in Australia to Japan. She has never been there but knows the process she will follow. She is excited about the trip right now and that will continue until she arrives. Eventually, after arriving she will adapt to her surroundings and adjust to the beliefs and actions of the Japanese. What will happen in between those two stages of excitement and adaptation?