I can’t believe it’s been nearly a year since I bid farewell to Seoul-si, spent 2 weeks in Bali, and flew back to Toronto. As anticipated, the year has certainly had its ups and downs. Finding employment wasn’t easy, but I was open to anything and everything. I even spent a day working in a…
Tag: Teaching English in Korea
Repatriation Fears: 10 Reasons I’m Afraid to Leave Korea
As my plans beyond my final contract in Korea begin to solidify, so do my repatriation fears. Surviving “reverse culture shock” is daunting, and a very real challenge. I’ve been reading articles with titles like “Moving Home with Dignity” and “Top Tips for Repatriation”. I just want to live on an imaginary beach far away…
Cya Later, Seoul: Things I’ll Miss About Korea
So Long, Korea! My life here has been incredible, but even in Neverland you’ll find you have your ups and downs. Last week, to the dismay of many on Facebook, I wrote about the things I hate about living as a foreigner (expat) in Korea. This week, on a more positive note, I’m sharing just…