--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: Living here in North America - I have…" description: "\"Living here in North America - I have been Americanized. When I go back home now, there are things that I have far less tolerance for in South Africa. ..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/ef2/kandyse-mcclure-25057_about_living-here-in-north-america-i-have-been_2280885.jpg" --- # Living here in North America - I have been Americanized… ![“Living here in North America - I have been Americanized. When I go back home now, there are things that I have far less tolerance for in South Africa. We've come such a long way in terms of race relations and the economy as well as people's willingness to move on. There are still a lot of things…” quote by Kandyse McClure](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/ef2/kandyse-mcclure-25057_about_living-here-in-north-america-i-have-been_2280885.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/ef2/kandyse-mcclure-25057_about_living-here-in-north-america-i-have-been_2280885.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/ef2/kandyse-mcclure-25057_about_living-here-in-north-america-i-have-been_2280885.jpg) > “Living here in North America - I have been Americanized. When I go back home now, there are things that I have far less tolerance for in South Africa. We've come such a long way in terms of race relations and the economy as well as people's willingness to move on. There are still a lot of things that are frustrating about being in South Africa.” [Kandyse McClure](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/kandyse-mcclure/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Having adapted to North American norms, she now perceives South African issues with less tolerance, noting progress in race and economy while still feeling frustration. **In simple terms:** She sees progress but also frustration in South Africa after Americanization. Key Takeaway Balance appreciation of progress with realistic expectations. Themes cultural adaptation race relations economic change Mood reflective critical Type personal social. When to use this quote - personal reflection - social commentary - cross‑cultural analysis Key Concepts social integration personal tolerance national identity Questions to Reflect On - How can you maintain cultural empathy? - What aspects of South Africa still need improvement? 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