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  • Adapting,  Living Abroad

    Adapting to a New Culture: Claudia’s Experiences

    August 20, 2020 /

    Adapting is hard. In this post we share Claudia’s experience on adapting to a new culture, some ups and downs, and tips for finding your own way while living abroad in a new country.

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    Using a Public Bathroom in Spain

    October 29, 2020

    How Don Quijote Became a Teen Mom

    February 19, 2019
  • How to,  Language Learning

    Long-term Language Learning (Why and How)

    June 11, 2020 /

    Language-learning can be a life-long commitment. In this post we unpack the reasons why we take a long-term approach and believe you should, too!

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    How to: Use Couchsurfing (as a Guest)

    July 15, 2017

    Choosing between a Homestay and Student Residence

    July 30, 2019

    How to: Get Private Lessons (as a Teacher) in Spain

    October 2, 2018
  • 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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    Creating Spanish Friendship by Staying True to Yourself

    July 18, 2019

    Maneuvering Menopause Abroad

    October 5, 2021

    Giving Birth as an Expat in Spain – Insights from a Doula

    September 7, 2021
  • 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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    Managing Reverse Culture Shock

    June 5, 2018

    Help! I’m failing Spanish school (and they tell me it’s normal)

    November 23, 2018

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

    November 24, 2017
  • 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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    How to: Survive Without a Dryer

    January 30, 2018

    Creating Spanish Friendship Through Food and Drink

    July 16, 2019

    6 ways to sharpen your soft skills by living in Spain

    March 16, 2023
  • 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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    Living in Spain Under Lockdown

    May 28, 2020

    Redefining Ourselves in New Life Stages

    May 29, 2025

    Why I’m Thankful for my Abroad Experience

    November 26, 2019
  • Culture

    What Semana Santa Means to Me: An Interview with a Granadina

    April 5, 2020 /

    In honor of the beginning of Holy Week, we bring you an interview with a Spaniard on what this week and its traditions mean to her and her family.

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    Snapshots of Spain (Announcing Dani’s Book)

    September 21, 2021

    Cultural Competence Part II (Evaluating Yourself)

    March 22, 2018

    7 things I like about living in Finland

    November 23, 2023
  • 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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    Language-Learning: A Review of italki

    April 16, 2020

    How to: Use Public Transport in Spain

    August 10, 2018

    How To: Buy a Flamenco Dress for Sevilla’s “Feria de abril”

    April 13, 2018
  • How to,  Thriving

    How to: Work from Home Effectively

    March 17, 2020 /

    Especially right now, working from home is something that many people are doing but that you may be experiencing for the first time. Here are our top ten tips for staying on-task and effective with work at home.

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    Why Shorter Photoshoots Work Best with Toddlers in Spain

    May 2, 2026

    3 days in Barcelona: Travel Tips by Founder of Spanish AI Travel Planner

    January 25, 2024

    How to: Choose the Best Bla Bla Car

    January 9, 2018
  • Living Abroad,  Thriving

    How Life Abroad Has Shifted my Perspective

    January 23, 2020 /

    Important life events and major changes often cause us to shift our perspective and life abroad has been no different for Dani. Read about how learning Spanish, teaching English, and living in Spain has changed her.

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    It Gets Cold in Spain!

    November 21, 2017

    Where Can I Buy That? Stuff Edition

    November 19, 2020

    An Introduction to Cultural Competence

    January 28, 2020
  • Adapting

    The Importance of Language

    January 21, 2020 /

    The words we use—but also the way in which we use them—matter! This post dives into three of the aspects of language we should pay attention to in order to communicate more effectively.

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    Using a Shower in Spain

    January 23, 2018

    What Does it Mean to Intercambio?

    October 13, 2020

    Tips for Teaching Virtually (One-on-One Classes)

    April 7, 2020
  • Confessions,  Thriving

    Letters to a New Year (Dani 2020)

    January 12, 2020 /

    At the beginning of every year we share what we are hoping to experience in the coming months. This is Dani’s letter to the New Year.

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    Confessions: I Miss Home

    November 15, 2018

    A Conversation with Expat Coach and Psychologist Gabriela

    August 27, 2020

    Confessions: Sometimes I Feel Alone

    September 14, 2021
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