5 essential tips to deal with homesickness

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5 essential tips to deal with homesickness

You’re brave and you’re following your dreams even if they lead you far away from home, and that’s great! But then, what’s that sting in your heart sometimes, not letting you be fully happy with your new life? It’s homesickness, and it’s perfectly normal, it only shows how much you love your family and friends, and cherish the culture you grew up in. 

Leaving your hometown/country is a big transition, and if you’re suffering from homesickness, just remember you’re definitely not the only one. It’s only natural to feel like this. To give you a helping hand, we’ve put together a list of 5 essential tips for getting over homesickness, so you can concentrate on making the most of your new life abroad.

  • Keep yourself busy

    You probably have a job, or you’re searching for one, or you’re a student, and have classes to attend to. A busy schedule definitely helps you and makes the transition period go smother. Take advantage of everything your new home has to offer! Shows, restaurants, hikes, museums, everything can have a positive impact on you.

  • Focus on the positive

    Focusing on the positive when you are feeling down truly ignites excitement within. You are starting a new chapter of your life, something you have chosen for yourself, with a better life in mind. How great is that? Stay positive, it WILL get better.

  • Don’t be too hard on yourself

    What you’re doing is not easy. Not many people have the courage and the determination to change their lives and move away from home. Living abroad is challenging, but it is also rewarding. You’ll see so many new things, meet new people, experience a different culture, and create memories you can tell your grandchildren about. It might seem hard at times, but it will be worth it in the long run.

  • Ask for help

    Sometimes, overcoming homesickness on your own can be more difficult than expected. Recognizing when you need help can make things easier. If you’re a student, universities usually have counseling centers that can help and provide guidance. You can also find expat communities ready to offer information in any domain and support if the case. It’s okay to reach out for help, not every battle needs to be fought alone.

  • Stay connected to home

    Homesickness is not to be ignored, that’s why we created International Homesickness Day on September 27, a moment of acceptance and celebration of expat life just as it is, with ups and downs, with plenty of shades and beautiful colors.

    And, of course, our personal cure is keeping in touch and calling home as often as possible. Since KeepCalling.com is always here for you, you have no excuse not to call your loved ones whenever you miss them. And this International Homesickness Day we also have a surprise offer for you, available for one day only, on September 27.

    Get ready for International Homesickness Day, and stay tuned on our blog and on our Facebook page for the latest news, contests, and, well, other cool stuff in between.

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