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  • Adapting,  Food

    How I Survive Spain’s Fish with Bones

    February 5, 2019 /

    I’ve never been a big fish-eater and certainly not one who’s comfortable with a whole fish on my plate, looking back at me! If you feel similarly, don’t despair; I’m dishing on my experience and how I’ve learned to survive with the normalcy of this kind of fish in Spain.

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  • Confessions,  Thriving

    Confessions: I am Vulnerable in Friendships

    January 31, 2019 /

    I personally find it hard to make good friends and one of the reasons why is because that requires me to be vulnerable. However, I believe that strong relationships should be made this way, let me tell you why.

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  • Adapting,  Language Learning

    Learn Spanish: When Do I Use ‘Usted?’

    January 22, 2019 /

    Choosing between the formal ‘usted’ and informal ‘tú’ pronouns is harder than you may think—especially because the interpretation of what is formal and informal is both subjective and cultural. Read on to learn about the interpretation of this in Spain.

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    December 12, 2019

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  • Adapting,  Language Learning

    Learn Spanish: Intercambios de Idiomas

    January 15, 2019 /

    Learning a new language can be frustrating. However, we have found that one-on-one intercambios or language exchanges can help with the process. Today we are sharing a quick video about how to make intercambios work for you!

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  • Culture

    What is el Día de Reyes Magos in Spain

    January 6, 2019 /

    Happy día de Reyes! Do you know what that means or are you just wondering what is going on in Spain on the 6th of January? Here we are diving into how Spaniards celebrate the Epiphany.

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  • Living Abroad,  Thriving

    Letters to a New Year (Claudia 2019)

    January 3, 2019 /

    Starting off a new year with a letter is a great way to get your thoughts together about what you want to achieve during the following 365 days. Check out Claudia’s letter to 2019 to understand what she is going for this year.

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  • How to,  Preparing

    Top Tips for the Auxiliares Application Process

    December 28, 2018 /

    The Auxiliares (Spanish government’s English teacher assistant program) requirements are not that demanding, but the application process can be a bit overwhelming. Here are some of our top tips and things you should know before you apply.

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  • Balance,  Living Abroad,  Thriving

    Letters to a New Year (Dani 2019)

    December 27, 2018 /

    In this letter to a new year, Dani reflects on the wild ride that was 2018 and delves into what she’s looking forward to in 2019.

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  • Confessions

    Confessions: Dealing with Mental Health Issues while Abroad

    December 20, 2018 /

    Dealing with mental health while studying or living abroad is a real thing. Learn more about Katy’s story and her top recommendations for making the most out of your experience (while taking care of yourself).

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  • Balance,  Living Abroad,  Thriving

    Hosting the Holidays Abroad

    December 13, 2018 /

    Hosting the holidays is a big responsibility wherever you are, but it can be extra intimidating if you’ll be doing it for the first time while abroad! Dani dishes on her honest-to-goodness feelings about this and shares some tips as well.

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  • Adapting,  Language Learning,  Living Abroad

    Insights into Daily Life: An Interview

    December 11, 2018 /

    Today we are sharing an interview that Dani and Claudia did with Charlotte, an intern at a language school in Ronda. We talk about what it is like to live abroad in Spain and give tips for immersing yourself.

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  • Confessions,  Thriving

    Confessions: I’m not Spending the Holidays with my Family

    December 6, 2018 /

    The holiday season isn’t always easy when you are away from home. This year I am not spending the holidays with my family and at first it was hard to wrap my head around this idea. Now I have a plan!

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