28/12/2025
When I first moved here, a lot of things felt too strict, too quiet, or even inconvenient. I struggled with the adjustment. But over time, I realized these “rules” were actually solutions to problems I didn’t know I had.
1. Silent public transportation
At first, it felt awkward. No loud conversations, no videos playing on full volume. I thought, why is everyone so quiet?
Now I understand public transport is a shared space. The silence gives you peace, time to think, read, or simply exist without noise overload.
2. No loud noise after 9pm
Coming from a place where nights are busy and noisy, this felt restrictive.
But this rule protects rest. It allows you to slow down, enjoy your tea at night, and actually recharge for the next day, mentally and physically.
3. Shops closed on Sundays (Ruhetag)
This was probably the hardest. No last-minute errands, no spontaneous shopping.
But Sundays here are for rest. For family, for walks, for stillness. A reminder that life isn’t meant to be productive 24/7.
4. Public transportation runs on time
I was used to waiting… and waiting.
Here, they don’t wait for anyone and that’s the point. It teaches responsibility, discipline, and makes planning your day stress-free.
5. Hardly needing a taxi
At first, not relying on taxis felt uncomfortable.
But Vienna’s public transport system is efficient, reliable, and affordable. Once you trust it, you realize how much money and stress you save.
Living in Austria taught me that structure doesn’t take away freedom it creates it.
What once felt difficult is now something I deeply appreciate 🤍
