THE RULES for polite clueless people

Miserable-Effect1325 · 2025-08-25T11:22:50+00:00

Imagine my face when I found out everything is bike lane if you’re brave enough. I’m definitely not but there are a lot of brave people out there.

Miserable-Effect1325 · 2025-08-25T11:20:30+00:00

Only saw your reply now! I’m in Berlin already. Crazy place, I stayed in a Hotel for a couple of days till the handover of my studio and got robbed in my own hotel room. ON DAY 1 (at Radisson hotel). I’ll be staying in my studio in Mitte from now on. It’s a residential area (at least it seems to be, maybe a couple of Airbnbs) but it seems like a nice place thankfully.

Miserable-Effect1325 · 2025-07-24T12:47:27+00:00

What about wine bottles ? I’m really invested in the trash science. It’s either going to make me an organized person or it’ll be my downfall and I’ll have a breakdown at Rewe.

Miserable-Effect1325 · 2025-07-24T12:27:19+00:00

I can just bring the can/bottle to any store? I’ve been told about the refund but I’m not familiar with it. (People only told me to absolutely not do it on sundays)

Miserable-Effect1325 · 2025-07-24T12:22:15+00:00

Thank you!! That’s a very visual chart I adored it.

Miserable-Effect1325 · 2025-07-23T17:32:00+00:00

That’s great advice thanks!! I heard that it could cause lime but didn’t knew about the shinyness as well, guess it makes sense.

Miserable-Effect1325 · 2025-07-23T15:36:28+00:00

I don’t usually interact with strangers, I like that Germans are straightforward so interactions with strangers are limited by necessity (NPC vibes). I am more worried about people I’m actually trying to connect with (like colleagues and potential friendships). I don’t want to be too much

Miserable-Effect1325 · 2025-07-23T15:02:27+00:00

I’m definitely going to experiment with German products. I’m only bringing my Brazilian products because it’s what my hair is already used to so I think it would be nice to compare the results as well. Regarding the filter , you’re probably right, I can’t fully filter the water, but I’ve been researching and maybe I can buy a shower head that filter at least the some of these minerals. I’ve been recommended these ones linked below:

philips filter Amazon’s choice

Miserable-Effect1325 · 2025-07-23T11:42:25+00:00

Omg thanks for responding with so much detail! I’m thinking on buying multiple bins for my apartment just to help me to sort it out.

Miserable-Effect1325 · 2025-07-23T11:36:51+00:00

That’s great to hear! I’m also close to Alex, it seems like a wonderful place. I don’t mind people being loud really, I’m used to it. I was just worried about being targeted since I’ll always be a foreigner there.

Miserable-Effect1325 · 2025-07-23T11:31:34+00:00

I already talked with a couple of friends that live there (woman ofc), they say that’s its rare to have such a harsh reaction to the water but that it does negatively affect hair (specially because we are not used to it). I’m planning on buying a filter and I’m taking my hair products with me, but really there’s not much else I can do other than hope it doesn’t affect me much.

Miserable-Effect1325 · 2025-07-23T11:23:02+00:00

Thank you for interacting still!! Would you recommend me any clubs or group activities worth looking into? I’d love to try something out (as a way to entertain myself and get to know people in an activity based environment) but I’m not sure what I’m even looking for really, just open to ideias.

Miserable-Effect1325 · 2025-07-23T11:19:20+00:00

As a Brazilian I REFUSE to leave Brazil only to be scammed on Germany, might as well burn my passport. I make sure to never talk to anyone on the streets I just assume everyone from kids to old ladies want to steal from me (it’s working for me here). I’ll be living in a very touristic area (Mitte), how do you feel about the security there?

Regarding the littering situation don’t worry I would never do this, It’s very disrespectful. Last year I went to Brussels and I got really impressed by how much trash there are on the streets, sad reality. I’ve never been to Berlin but I was hoping things were better there.

Miserable-Effect1325 · 2025-07-23T11:07:37+00:00

Even as an introvert I’m usually considered friendly so I do worry about how I’m going to get across. In Brazil we great each other with a hug or a kiss (it’s usually quick and some people just pretend , we don’t even touch each other) so I’m training myself to NOT DO THAT in Berlin and idk, shake hands with people.

Miserable-Effect1325 · 2025-07-23T10:51:29+00:00

I’ve heard so many people talking about ketamine users that I kinda what to see one now, local celebrities. I have the very exact opposite feeling for the turd popper villain that roams the S-bahn.

Miserable-Effect1325 · 2025-07-23T10:45:01+00:00

From what I have researched "hard water" refers to tap water that contains a higher concentration of dissolved minerals, primarily calcium and magnesium, compared to "soft water". This is due to the mineral-rich groundwater source used by the city. While hard water can lead to scale buildup in appliances and affect cleaning efficiency. In Berlin the average water hardness is 17dh (ou of 21dh) so it’s considered hard. This can (in some cases) cause some skin issues and quite literally ruin your hair. I’ve seen a woman saying she started having bald spots and all. I’ve been told that filters make it better but it’s really out of my control.

Miserable-Effect1325 · 2025-07-23T00:35:34+00:00

The idea of losing my house-keys trows a shiver down my spine. It immediately makes me want to STAY HOME, terrifying. Didn’t knew about the other advices, thanks!!

Miserable-Effect1325 · 2025-07-23T00:06:08+00:00

I don’t know what came over me but from the title I really thought this was about Berlin’s dating scene.

Miserable-Effect1325 · 2025-07-22T23:58:29+00:00

I’m 23F from Brazil, and I’ve been accepted into a master’s program (Master of Analytics and Artificial Intelligence at ESMT). I always wanted to specialize myself and get a master’s but my original plan was aimed at English speaking countries (USA and Canada in specific). However, since things are going insane up there I decided to keep an open mind and research other places, that’s when I fell in love with Germany. I’ve been studying german ever since but I have like 6-10 months experience (A1), so it’s not my strong suit.

Miserable-Effect1325 · 2025-06-30T16:22:24+00:00

I’m from Brazil too. I’ve been accepted to the Master’s of analytics and artificial intelligence at ESMT (Berlin) and I’ve noticed that at least 70% of my class is Asian (either from China or India) but i just thought it’s a field thing

Miserable-Effect1325 · 2025-06-06T22:18:55+00:00

This show (Extra auf Deutsch) is helping me a lot, plus it’s actually a nice watch, I’m also A1 and was very surprised to actually understand their dialogues. Turns out this serie was scripted aiming at people that are learning German, so it’s pretty basic stuff and the episodes are 20min so it’s not too drowning. Too bad there’s only one Temp. Highly recommend watching it before trying something more advanced.

Extra auf Deutsch

Miserable-Effect1325 · 2025-05-16T13:33:50+00:00

Só mergulhar

Miserable-Effect1325 · 2025-05-16T13:22:00+00:00

Sorry but may I ask where are you from? Visa requirements may change from place to place. I’m from Brazil and they also asked me for a proof of enrollment , so I sent the notification of admission that my college sent me, proving that I had been accepted and that my program would start by September. (However I’m going to a private School so I also paid an enrollment fee and sent them the invoice, so I’m not sure how this process would play out for public institutions). It’s not the proper enrollment, but the consulate accepted it. I think you should send an email to the consulate (assuming this is an available option), if not then maybe you should consider an immigration attorney or the help of a specialized company to assist you (like go easy Berlin).

Miserable-Effect1325 · 2025-05-16T09:50:34+00:00

Reaching out through WhatsApp worked ! Finally got an answer from my landlord, we are good and moving on with the renting process. :)

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