Dealing with Cultural Differences
Food, Faith, and Family
These are the Big Three.
Food
One of you loves spicy, the other eats bland. One is vegan, the other loves steak. Compromise is the menu. Try everything once.
Faith
Interfaith relationships require deep respect. You don’t have to convert, but you must support their holidays. Celebrating both Christmas and Eid/Hanukkah/Diwali just means more parties!
Family Expectations
In some cultures, family is everything (you marry the family). In others, independence is key. Discuss boundaries early.