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10 Tips for Living a French Lifestyle
Living in France does not have to be the only option to experience French culture and lifestyle.
The Parisian way of life, in particular, may be replicated in urban locations, but general French living can be embraced wherever you reside. Welcoming the French way of life and culture is incorporating a few easy behaviors into your daily routine.
- Enjoy mealtimes. Mealtime is holy to the French. Devoting time each day to sit down and appreciate your food is something the French have always cherished and done in their society. While it may not be feasible to spend an hour over every meal or always to have loved ones nearby to sit down and eat a meal with, the least we can do is sit down and eat our meal with some relaxing music rather than scarfing down a meal in front of the television or a rush at the kitchen counter.
2. Include additional walks in your daily routine. Walking is more than simply a method to get your daily 10,000 steps in for the French. Walking is a natural aspect of everyday life. It's an excellent opportunity to get some fresh air, potentially interact with nature, and chat with your neighbors. Whether a morning walk or an evening stroll, enjoy old-fashioned activities like walking around the neighborhood or local park instead of rushing straight to the sofa or keeping pent up indoors. Walking is an essential…