Here in the UK, we sometimes joke that Spanish people are lazy. So when we find an English person who is unreliable and never delivers on time, we often say “mañana, mañana” – which is Spanish for “tomorrow, tomorrow”.
Of course, I am sure that Spaniards are not lazy people. What you have in many ways is the exact opposite approach to life.
First of all, let’s look at Spain. You have a beautiful, hot country with great indigineous culture and cuisine. The weather is great and much of the economy is built on agriculture. It is common for many people to enjoy the traditional “siesta” which is when businesses close for the afternoon so that people can have an afternoon nap.
Now let’s compare this to my country, the UK. Here, it is said that we work the longest hours in Europe. We don’t really have much of a culture anymore, in my opinion. Take a walk down any city in England and you will find that they all look the same – interspersed with hundreds of international brands. Traditional shops went out of business years ago due to undercutting of prices. The weather is poor and overcase for more than 50% of days in the year.
Which lifestyle appeals more to you? Which do you think is healthier?
Personally, I would prefer to have the Spanish lifestyle. I’m sure that Spaniards have their problems too but to their great credit, their society and way of life has not become devoid of character in the way that has happened here in the UK. This is one of the many reasons why I intend to emigrate by June next year to elsewhere.
What are your thoughts? Do you enjoy where you live now? And if not, then why not emigrate? What is really stopping you? Nothing can get in the way of your desires if you wish it so.