Mrrzy, I'll second what Elle wrote. Americans are not stereotypes. No population of a country really fits stereotypes when you meet individual people. I don't know what part of the US you are in, but I am sure if you've traveled around a bit, you will find that the country is so large that it has cultural differences, customs, history, ethnic groups, etc., in every different city, state and region. Don't think of it as being so different than anywhere else you have lived. Maybe this is the stumbling block for you. Just look for situations and places where you will meet people with similar values, interests, and goals that you have. Volunteer for something you care about, join a club you are interested in, realize that when you are involved in life and not looking like you are seeking a relationship, that is when you are most likely to attract someone who will value you for who you are. The only "rules" there are about dating are the rules you make for yourself. Hopefully that includes things that will help you avoid people who will damage you in any way, and will lead you to people who will cherish, respect, and love you, either as a friend or something more. My 2¢.

Alice