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Homesick?
So I never thought I would be the person to post about feeling homesick, I mean I'm never overly happy at home so why would I miss it?... But I am currently over in the UK and what was meant to be a 3 week stay has turned into 3 months. And although I am having an awesome time over here and I am learning so much from being here (I'm training and working so not really holidays), I just sort of wish I was at home.
So does anyone have any suggestions to help feeling homesick?
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My advice probably isn't very helpful, chances are you already do this. But if you're missing them you should call them or send a message, keep in touch with the people you care about and, although you're enjoying your time in the UK, hopefully you'll be able to come back soon and see everyone again.
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I think Magga's suggestion is a good one in calling or messaging the people that are back at home. And while in the UK make sure you look after yourself- surround yourself with good supports and people who help make you feel less homesick.
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Thanks guys, I am trying to keep in contact with everyone back home as much as possible. And I took a day off today to just sit back and relax and catch up on everything that is happening back home. So I'm feeling a little bit better
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Homesickness is an interesting feeling, isn't it?
Is homesickness just missing your friends and family? Or is it something else?
For me, since I have a new "home" every six months, I find my homesickness went away when I made new friends or spent time developing friendships.
It doesn't mean I value the friendships I have far away any less than the ones in my vicinity, but whatever is missing seems to feel returned.
I miss my friends in Brisbane a lot and I miss my friends in Hong Kong even more… but I'm making new friends in Vancouver and so I don't feel so bad anymore.
What do others think of the idea that keeping in touch with people you miss only makes you miss them more?
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Re: Homesick?
Hi awkwardturtle,
I'm living away from home at the moment too and sometimes I miss it heaps cause it's where I grew up for 18 years.
You could try Skyping your family and friends. Or randomly post a letter and/or gift to someone special at home. It'll put a huge smile on their face. It doesn't have to be someone's birthday or anything. Anyone would enjoy a random present.
Have you tried keeping a journal of your adventures with lots of photos so that when you do return you have lots of stories to share? Or create a playlist of songs that reflects how you're doing.
Hope some of that helps and enjoy your time in the UK!
FTP
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