10 ASSUMPTIONS ABOUT LIVING ABROAD IN EUROPE (GREECE) | Black tax, microaggressions, wealth etc.

I asked on Instagram (@khukyenda) what your assumptions are about living abroad in Europe (Greece). These are my responses. DO check out Linda’s video too:
Linda’s channel:

Chapters (your assumptions):
00:00 – Intro
03:44 -“One doesn’t have to worry about what’s happening at home”
05:40 – “You’re constantly made aware of your race. Microaggressions are expected”
07:00 – “People think you have money”
08:14 – “Cosmetics are cheaper over there”
10:06 – “The black tax”
10:52 – “Less burden with cultural pressures from relatives”
11:50 – “People have to work twice as hard to get the same benefits”
13:42 – “It’s depressing. It’s all about work, home and repeat”
15:54 – “It’s harder for Africans to find decent jobs due to visa restrictions”
17:34 – “The cost of living is too high. Africans are regarded with suspicion”
18:25 – Outro

What are your thoughts? Let me know in the comments below.

Video filmed and edited by me using a Canon G7X Mark ii.
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