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    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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    Six Strategies for Managing Unstructured Time

    February 8, 2018

    ‘Adulting’ While Abroad

    May 16, 2019

    Using a Shower in Spain

    January 23, 2018
  • 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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    Culture Shock: The Insights of a Spaniard in America

    February 2, 2020

    What does “Tirar la Casa por la Ventana” Mean?

    February 25, 2021

    My Top Resources for Writing in Spanish

    October 26, 2018
  • 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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    PDA is Everywhere in Spain

    May 8, 2018

    Managing Reverse Culture Shock

    June 5, 2018

    Empathizing with People in Uncertain Times

    May 19, 2020
  • 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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    Maneuvering Menopause Abroad

    October 5, 2021

    Accepting My Own Journey (Claudia)

    June 21, 2018

    My Real Life in Spain

    December 22, 2022
  • 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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    My Experience with Eating Outdoors in Spain

    July 28, 2019

    How to: Tapas in Granada

    October 22, 2019

    Who is Federico García Lorca

    February 25, 2020
  • 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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    7 Steps to a Successful Peluquería Trip (Getting a Haircut in Spain)

    September 8, 2020

    Using a Bathroom in Spain

    October 27, 2020

    Find Your Why for Being Abroad

    October 10, 2019
  • 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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    How to: Make the Most of Your Summer Abroad

    July 5, 2018

    Beyond Spain: Rich Encoding Techniques For Spanish Fluency

    March 20, 2025

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

    April 7, 2020
  • 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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    Navigating Expat Life: Building Community as New Parents

    October 17, 2024

    A Beginner’s Guide to Spanish Christmas Foods

    December 21, 2021

    Happy New Year!

    January 1, 2019
  • 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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    Adapting to a New Culture: Dani’s Experiences

    August 25, 2020

    Language Learning: Reading in Spanish

    April 2, 2020

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

    October 2, 2018
  • 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: After 8+ Years Living in Spain, It’s Still Hard to Make Friends!

    September 1, 2022

    Coming to Terms with “No Pasa Nada”

    May 20, 2021

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

    February 21, 2019
  • Balance,  Living Abroad

    Letters to a New Year (Claudia 2020)

    January 5, 2020 /

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

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    Find Your Why for Being Abroad

    October 10, 2019

    Letters to a New Year (Dani 2023)

    January 19, 2023

    Being Friends with the Opposite Sex

    March 12, 2020
  • Preparing,  Study Abroad

    Personal Benefits of Studying Abroad

    December 17, 2019 /

    People are always talking about why going abroad is good for your career potential but have you ever stopped to think about how it benefits your personal growth? In this article we do just that.

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    My Secret to Avoiding Loan Default While Living Abroad in Spain

    July 3, 2018

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    May 14, 2019

    How To Survive Your First Year Living Abroad

    January 11, 2024
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