Cuban shares "things nobody told you before arriving in the USA": The concept of family and friendship is completely different.

The Cuban creator @lizita1312 shared a video on TikTok titled “Five Things No One Told You Before Arriving in the USA,” in which she discussed some important points for those arriving in the country for the first time. Based on her experience, she explained the cultural differences and the challenges that newcomers might encounter.

In her first piece of advice, lizita1312 stated that all the knowledge one brings with them can be useful, although the work reality in the United States may not be what one imagined in Cuba. "Even if you find yourself in a position where you never could have seen yourself in your wildest dreams... it will help you," she mentioned. In the second point, she spoke about the way to interact with friends and family, noting that in the United States it was important to give a heads-up before visiting someone or making a video call, something that was more spontaneous in Cuba.

The third piece of advice he offered was about the laws in the United States, warning that one could not "make things up," as the rules were strictly enforced there. He also emphasized the importance of respecting the authorities and not thinking one could "fool" them.

The protection of children and other vulnerable groups was the fourth point on her list, emphasizing that in the United States there were many laws to ensure their well-being. According to lizita1312, it was essential to keep children under control, as the expectations regarding discipline could be different from those in Cuba. Lastly, she mentioned that arriving in the United States was like "being born again," since it was necessary to relearn many things that had previously been taken for granted.

The video generated several reactions among its followers, many of whom agreed and shared their personal experiences. Some comments included: “That’s exactly how it is, we are reborn”; “What you say is true, it’s just that I didn’t go to anyone’s house in Cuba without notice”; and “That is my life, I have experienced a lot of what you’re saying.” Others praised the content with phrases like “The most truthful thing I’ve heard”; “I totally agree”; and “Exactly.”

These tips and reflections resonated with many Cuban immigrants who faced similar situations in the United States. Although most supported his message, there were also those who preferred the idea of starting from scratch and adapting to the new life by leaving behind past customs.