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Adapting to a New Culture: Dani’s Experiences
Adapting is hard. In this post we share Dani’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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Adapting to a New Culture: Claudia’s Experiences
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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Master Packing for Every Length of Trip
Every length of trip calls for a different packing strategy. Do you know the questions to ask yourself in order to master this process? This article dives into those questions, outlines example packing lists, and includes a VIDEO demo.
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An Introduction to Culture Shock
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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An Introduction to the Spanish Political System
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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Long-term Language Learning (Why and How)
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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Language-Learning: Why You Should Take Private Classes
There are many, many different ways to learn a language. In this post, we share the seven reasons we believe you should take private, one-on-one lessons.
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Mental Health Resources while Abroad
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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Help! I’m having Anxiety while Abroad
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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An Interview with Monta Lio (An Aussie-Spanish Band)
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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Empathizing with People in Uncertain Times
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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At Home Anywhere: Journaling and Reflections
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.
