How do you develop cultural adaptability?

Do your research

Learning about the culture before you arrive can help you feel more prepared and less intimidated. Ask your university if there is a student you can connect with who can help you learn more about the culture, or look for online forums and articles. Maybe try connecting with your roommate, if he/she is a domestic student, to learn more about the norms. Read books, watch films, and talk to people who have already been there.