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  • Adapting,  Balance

    Empathizing with People in Uncertain Times

    May 19, 2020 /

    Have you found yourself talking to friends or family for the first time in years? Are you frustrated by conversations that you are having? Check out our three top tips on how to empathize with people during these uncertain times.

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    August 6, 2019

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    June 2, 2021

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    September 12, 2026
  • Adapting,  Balance

    Dealing with Uncertain Times

    March 26, 2020 /

    No one really knows how to deal with these uncertain times. That is why we have put together this list of 13 things that we are currently doing to keep positive and moving forward in our lives.

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    How To Survive Your First Year Living Abroad

    January 11, 2024

    How to: Communicate with Someone who has Limited English

    October 5, 2018

    Our Top Tips for Learning Spanish

    August 15, 2019
  • How to,  Preparing

    How Can I Best Communicate with a Traveling Loved One?

    March 24, 2020 /

    You might be at a bit of a loss as to the best ways to communicate with a loved one who is far away, living abroad. Not to worry, we’ve outline seven forms of communication in this article to make sure the communication is great!

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    Master Packing for Every Length of Trip

    July 28, 2020

    How to: Use Public Transport in Spain

    August 10, 2018

    Confessions: After 8+ Years Living in Spain, It’s Still Hard to Make Friends!

    September 1, 2022
  • Culture,  Living Abroad,  Preparing

    The Four Most Important Things to Know About Spanish Culture Before You Move Abroad

    January 7, 2020 /

    There’s so much to consider before you decide to move abroad. Check out this article for the most important aspects of Spanish culture you should understand when preparing to live abroad.

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    March 7, 2026

    Who is Lady of Almudena?

    November 7, 2019

    International Love: A Spaniard’s Insights on Dating a Brit

    November 14, 2019
  • Living Abroad,  Thriving

    Being Thankful: Celebrating Thanksgiving in Spain

    November 28, 2019 /

    Happy Thanksgiving! Even though you might be super thankful for your study or live abroad experience, the holiday time can be hard. Check out these top tips for celebrating your traditions abroad.

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    August 2, 2018

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  • Confessions,  Living Abroad,  Thriving

    Why I’m Thankful for my Abroad Experience

    November 26, 2019 /

    It’s that time of year when we’re all feeling extra thankful so Dani’s opening up on five reasons why she’s grateful for her time studying, teaching, and living abroad in Spain.

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    September 12, 2026

    Confessions: Sometimes I Have to Ask for Help

    June 7, 2018

    A Letter to Myself Before I Moved Abroad (Dani)

    September 6, 2018
  • Living Abroad

    Why I Went Abroad (Claudia’s Story)

    October 13, 2019 /

    What is a good enough reason for going abroad? We think any reason is good enough! Read Claudia’s story about how she ended up living abroad in this story.

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    August 1, 2019

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    Confessions: Feeling Imposter Syndrome at Work (While Living Abroad)

    June 22, 2023
  • Balance,  Living Abroad,  Thriving

    Don’t Lose That ‘Tourist’ Feeling

    September 12, 2019 /

    When you first arrive somewhere, discovering all the places, even if you have to pay, is a very normal thing to do. However, as you get more comfortable you tend to loose these tendencies. Here's why you shouldn't. 

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    March 12, 2020

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    October 12, 2017

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    September 1, 2020
  • Travel

    Travel like a Spaniard during Summer

    September 1, 2019 /

    Do you wonder where Spaniards go to spend their summer holidays? This post dives into the three most likely trips that you will find you Spanish friends taking during the hottest months of the year.

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  • Adapting,  Culture

    What’s Happening? Kids Out Until Midnight in Spain

    July 23, 2019 /

    Have you ever wondered why there are kids running around the streets until midnight? Here we dive into why we think this is so culturally acceptable in Spain.

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    December 26, 2017

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  • Confessions,  Living Abroad,  Thriving

    Confessions: I’m Nervous About Going Home

    June 13, 2019 /

    Living abroad for an extended amount of time can make visits ‘home’ complicated. Today Dani’s getting real about her mixed emotions over returning to Chicago for a summer after nearly four years spent in Spain.

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    Accepting My Own Journey (Claudia)

    June 21, 2018

    My Experience Using Spanish Expressions in Conversation

    October 6, 2019

    The Importance of Mindful Reflection

    February 7, 2019
  • Living Abroad,  Thriving

    What is “Home?”

    May 30, 2019 /

    For those of us who live abroad, move often, and/or are nomadic it can be very difficult to pinpoint where and what ‘home’ is. Thankfully, with some help from our friends, we’re getting a little closer to our own definition.

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    April 28, 2020

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    December 14, 2023

    Adapting to a New Culture: What You Should Know

    August 18, 2020
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