Moving abroad is a thrilling adventure, but it’s also a huge adjustment that often comes with feelings of isolation. Coping with loneliness while living abroad is a challenge many expats face, and it’s essential to understand that these feelings are completely normal. Imagine moving to a new high school as a kid, figuring out social…
Lesotho: The Ultimate Winter Escape Destination
Lesotho: The Perfect Winter Travel Destination for Adventure and Tranquility When winter chills grip the United States, escape to Lesotho, the perfect winter travel destination, where warm days, cool evenings, and breathtaking mountain vistas await. Nestled in Southern Africa, Lesotho offers a unique blend of cultural experiences, scenic beauty, and outdoor adventures that make it…
Lesotho: The Best Travel Destination of 2024
Lesotho stands out as one of the most unique and enriching travel experiences you’ll ever have. Known as the “Kingdom in the Sky,” Lesotho is the best travel destination of 2024, blending breathtaking landscapes, adventure, and an incredible cultural experience. But what truly makes Lesotho unforgettable? It’s not just the sights, but the people. The…
How to Build Relationships When Connecting Across Language Barriers
Living in a country where the primary language is Sesotho, I’ve often found myself navigating unique challenges to connect across language barriers. Lesotho—a small, often-overlooked country in Southern Africa—has a rich cultural identity but limited resources for language learners. With a small population and scarce global reach, tools for learning Sesotho are almost non-existent. Yet,…
Finding Stability: Overcoming Anxiety and Depression Abroad
Living abroad offers the opportunity to experience new cultures, learn different languages, and create unforgettable memories. But for many people, especially those managing mental health conditions like anxiety and depression, living in a foreign country can present unexpected challenges. In this post, I’ll discuss the emotional difficulties of living abroad with anxiety and depression, share…
How to Celebrate Thanksgiving Abroad: Balancing New and Old Traditions
Thanksgiving has always been one of my favorite holidays—not so much for its historical origins, but for the traditions that bring people together. There’s something so heartwarming about gathering with family, cooking, eating, and laughing together without the stress of gifts or other expectations. It’s a time for connection, food, and love. But when you…
Finding My Way to Lesotho
After graduating college, I found myself in a period of uncertainty. Like many recent graduates, I wasn’t entirely sure what the next step would be. My background was an unconventional mix—majoring in Religion with a minor in East Asian Studies and Chinese. I loved studying religion because it offered a beautiful window into different cultures,…