Adapting to the pace of life in Bulgaria

Cheryl Moderator

Member since 15 October 2018

CherylModerator23 August 2023 05:37:09

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Hello everyone,

When you move to Bulgaria, you may find that the pace of life is different from what you're used to. Shop opening times, working hours, sleep cycles and variations in sunlight can all have an effect on your life in Bulgaria as an expat and require time to adapt. This transition can be a source of surprises, adjustments and sometimes even frustration for those trying to find their balance in this new environment.

Here are a few questions to help you better understand how you manage your days in Bulgaria :

How have you managed to harmonise your own pace of life with the pace of life in Bulgaria?

Have you felt a change in your biological rhythm (diet, sleep, energy, etc.)? How can you minimise the effects on your well-being and adapt to changes in your circadian rhythm?

How have you adjusted your sleeping habits to optimise your energy and concentration in a different environment?

Shopping, meal and activity times can differ from one culture to another. How do you manage to reconcile your personal habits with those of life in Bulgaria? What are the benefits and challenges of these adjustments?

How do different working hours affect your productivity and quality of life? What have you done to maintain a work-life balance despite these changes?

Please feel free to share your experiences and advice on this topic.
Thank you for your contribution.

Cheryl
Expat.com Team

janemulberry ViP

Member since 23 January 2021

janemulberryViP23 August 2023 14:33:34

1935

Great topic, Cheryl!

I haven't moved yet, but I find when I visit my village house I go to bed far earlier and get up earlier. In summer, it's too hot to work outside for much of the day, so getting out and doing a couple of hours work in the garden before breakfast works best for me.

In the small nearby town and the village, shops and offices tend to close for long lunches, so it's best not to expect to do anything much between 12 and 2. Naps after lunch are normal. Nothing gets done in a hurry. I enjoy the slower pace!