Hello OLS Community!
Moving to a new country can be an exciting adventure, but it often comes with the challenge of feeling homesick. Let’s come together to share our experiences, tips and support each other in overcoming homesickness while living abroad.
How do you recognize when you’re feeling homesick?
Here are some good tips for coping with homesickness:
- Staying Connected:
- How do you stay in touch with family and friends back home?
- Tips for maintaining relationships despite the distance.
- How did you make new friends and build a support network in your new country?
- Share your experiences of finding community and social connections abroad.
- How do you immerse yourself in the local culture to feel more integrated?
- Share any cultural experiences that helped you feel more connected to your new home.
- How do you take care of your mental health while dealing with homesickness?
- Share any resources or practices that have helped you manage your well-being.
- Share your own experiences of homesickness and how you overcame it.
- What advice would you give to someone who is currently feeling homesick?
Join the Conversation: We’d love to hear your stories, advice, and tips on handling homesickness. Your experiences can provide valuable support and insights to others who are navigating similar feelings. Let’s create a supportive and understanding community for everyone living abroad.
Head over to the Living Abroad forum and join the thread titled Handling Homesickness. Let’s help each other find comfort and joy in our new homes away from home.
Looking forward to your contributions!
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Íris Líf, OLS Community Manager – Icelandic