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  • Adapting,  Culture

    Culture Shock in Spain Stories from around the Globe

    July 26, 2020 /

    Are you wondering about the types of culture shock people face when they move abroad to Spain? Today we have four guest writers who are sharing their insights into what surprised them most when they moved abroad.

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  • Living Abroad,  Preparing

    An Introduction to Culture Shock

    July 23, 2020 /

    What does it mean to have culture shock? Is it 'good' or 'bad?' This article provides a brief description of culture shock and the four phases you will most probably go through as you begin to settle into your new home.

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    Creating Meaningful Relationships in Random Places

    December 5, 2017

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

    January 7, 2020
  • Living Abroad,  Thriving

    Confessions: Moving Abroad Doesn’t Necessarily Get Easier

    July 21, 2020 /

    I’m on the move again and realizing that while I’ve picked up some good tips, moving for the 8th time isn’t necessarily all that easier than the first time. Check out my story to see more about what I’ve learned.

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    An Interview with Monta Lio (An Aussie-Spanish Band)

    May 26, 2020

    How I Talked to my Family about Moving Abroad (Claudia)

    May 10, 2018

    What Type of TEFL Teaching Job is Right for Me?

    June 8, 2021
  • Culture

    An Introduction to the Spanish Political System

    June 25, 2020 /

    Understanding Spain's political system can help you understand many aspects of their daily life and even how they interact with you. This article is a brief introduction to how politics work in Spain.

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    Drinking Culture in Spain

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    A Smoking Culture

    May 11, 2021

    Cultural Competence Part II (Evaluating Yourself)

    March 22, 2018
  • Living Abroad,  Preparing,  Study Abroad

    Mental Health Resources while Abroad

    June 4, 2020 /

    One of the things we don’t tend to talk about is who/where to go if you are having mental health issues when living or studying abroad This list of resources should help you get started on finding the help you are looking for.

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    There’s Something Magical About the First Time―at an Intercambio

    November 24, 2017

    Job Search Abroad (Insights from Spain to US)

    August 11, 2020

    Find and Connect with an Online Therapist

    November 24, 2020
  • Adapting

    Help! I’m having Anxiety while Abroad

    June 2, 2020 /

    Everyone deals with situations differently. One of my responses to stress is anxiety, even when I am supposed to be ‘living my best life’ while abroad and today I want to talk about how I handle the situation.

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    What does ‘Poco a poco’ Mean!?

    May 12, 2020

    Work-to-Live vs. Live-to-Work

    September 24, 2019

    Where Can I Buy That? Food Edition

    November 17, 2020
  • Living Abroad

    A Sunset in Southern Spain (A Short Story)

    May 31, 2020 /

    This short story, written by our very own Dani, is a snapshot of the life of Laura, a British expat living in Southern Spain during the Coronavirus outbreak.

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    How I Talked to my Family about Moving Abroad (Claudia)

    May 10, 2018

    How to: Volunteer in Spain

    January 25, 2018

    Living with Spanish Roommates

    August 1, 2019
  • Adapting,  Confessions

    Living in Spain Under Lockdown

    May 28, 2020 /

    The current pandemic has created lockdown situations around the globe, but each has been a bit different. Here, Dani shares about her personal experience (logistically, emotionally, and mentally) living in Spain under lockdown.

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    Make the Most of Studying Virtually

    April 9, 2020

    Understanding Spain’s Policy on Coronavirus

    June 30, 2020

    What to Expect when Making Plans with Spaniards

    January 19, 2021
  • Language Learning,  Living Abroad

    An Interview with Monta Lio (An Aussie-Spanish Band)

    May 26, 2020 /

    Dani interviews Pat Bryne and Fernando Durango of Monta Lio. In this exclusive interview, the pair shares about their experiences living abroad, learning new languages, and making their own unique fusion of music.

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    Making Mistakes, but Just Wanting to Move on

    April 4, 2019

    Language-Learning: Why You Should Take Private Classes

    June 9, 2020

    Six Lessons Learned from Teaching English

    May 2, 2019
  • 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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    Choosing Your Coffee in Spain

    July 2, 2019

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    October 1, 2020
  • Adapting,  Language Learning

    What does ‘Poco a poco’ Mean!?

    May 12, 2020 /

    Poco a poco is not only a good Spanish expression to learn, it’s also an approach to life that is particularly relevant during these uncertain times.

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    Using a Shower in Spain

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    How to: Use Correos (Part II)

    September 21, 2018

    The Roller Coaster of Learning a Language

    August 13, 2019
  • Confessions,  Living Abroad,  Thriving

    At Home Anywhere: Journaling and Reflections

    April 30, 2020 /

    The exploration of Rachael Lynn’s book At Home Anywhere continues in this post as Dani shares excerpts from her journal in which she answers some of the book’s reflection questions.

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    February 9, 2021

    Confessions: Sometimes I Live in My Own Bubble

    March 2, 2021
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