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    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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    June 30, 2020

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    December 22, 2022

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    October 8, 2019
  • Confessions,  Living Abroad

    The Story of How We Met

    May 14, 2020 /

    Are you curious how the writers of this blog came to be friends in the first place? We thought you might be, so Dani tells the story here of how two American Midwesterners found friendship in the south of Spain!

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    Confessions: I Miss Home

    November 15, 2018

    Why I’m Thankful for my Abroad Experience

    November 26, 2019

    Confessions: I’m a Workaholic

    April 21, 2020
  • Balance,  Living Abroad

    Fitting In vs Staying True to Yourself While Abroad

    March 15, 2020 /

    Especially when you find yourself abroad, you might find that it isn’t always easy to find the balance between fitting in to what is happening around you and staying true to yourself. This article has 5 tips on how to do this.

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    Finding Balance with Spanish Food

    August 31, 2017

    Confessions: It’s Really Hard for Me to Take a Day Off

    February 21, 2019

    Confessions: Sometimes I Live in My Own Bubble

    March 2, 2021
  • Balance,  Culture,  Thriving

    Being Friends with the Opposite Sex

    March 12, 2020 /

    Making friends in new places is never easy but add in the fact that you have to follow cultural norms and you will start wondering how it is even possible. Check out this article for a little bit of insight into  friendships according to Spanish gender norms. 

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    Confessions: I’m Still Learning How to Accept Who I am

    May 4, 2021

    Confessions: Sometimes I Live in My Own Bubble

    March 2, 2021

    Thriving as an Auxiliar

    July 19, 2018
  • Adapting,  How to

    How to: Make Friends with Spaniards

    March 10, 2020 /

    Do you feel frustrated that you are not making that many native friends while abroad? I have a theory about that and several tips for how to improve your chances at making local friends.

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    What Does it Mean to Intercambio?

    October 13, 2020

    Culture Shock: The Insights of a Spaniard in America

    February 2, 2020

    Understanding Bars in Spain

    October 19, 2018
  • 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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    Job Search Abroad (Insights from Spain to US)

    August 11, 2020

    Accepting My Own Journey (Dani)

    June 14, 2018

    What are my options for returning to Spain?

    February 20, 2018
  • 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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    Coming to Terms with “No Pasa Nada”

    May 20, 2021

    Confessions: My Life is in English

    February 16, 2021

    Accepting My Own Journey Part II

    January 23, 2025
  • Language Learning,  Preparing

    What Does “(Me) Da Igual” Really Mean!?

    October 3, 2019 /

    Have you heard these expressions in conversation but still have doubts about their meanings and differences? Or do you just want to learn new Spanish expressions. Either way, we’ve got what you’re looking for!

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    My Experience Learning Spanish

    August 18, 2019

    Long-term Language Learning (Why and How)

    June 11, 2020

    Insights into Daily Life: An Interview

    December 11, 2018
  • 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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    Hosting the Holidays Abroad

    December 13, 2018

    Being Friends with the Opposite Sex

    March 12, 2020

    Confessions: Sometimes I Live in My Own Bubble

    March 2, 2021
  • Living Abroad

    Finding an Apartment in Spain

    August 11, 2019 /

    Interested in hearing a true first-hand account of finding an apartment (room to rent) here in Spain? Here’s the story of and insights from Dani’s first apartment-hunt in Granada.

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    Find and Connect with an Online Therapist

    November 24, 2020

    How To Survive Your First Year Living Abroad

    January 11, 2024

    Confessions: Moving Abroad Doesn’t Necessarily Get Easier

    July 21, 2020
  • Living Abroad,  Thriving

    Living with Spanish Roommates

    August 1, 2019 /

    When you move abroad, you will have a lot of options for where to live and who to live with. Read this article to get some insight into why you should consider living with Spanish roommates while studying abroad in Spain.

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    My Secret to Avoiding Loan Default While Living Abroad in Spain

    July 3, 2018

    Top Three Things to Consider Before Relocating to Spain

    March 1, 2022

    CIEE’s Teach English in Spain Programs

    September 4, 2018
  • How to,  Preparing,  Study Abroad

    Choosing between a Homestay and Student Residence

    July 30, 2019 /

    To live with a Spanish family or among the students while studying abroad? It's a big decision, which is why we are talking a little bit more about what your options are and sharing what Dani decided to go with during her study abroad.

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    How to: be a Good Bla Bla Car Rider

    March 9, 2018

    How to: Use Correos (Part I)

    October 8, 2020

    Master Packing for Every Length of Trip

    July 28, 2020
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