Just to be clear I am “STUDYING” abroad so of course there’s a lot of work to be done in the mist of visiting these wonderful sites that correlate to the outlined goals that are set out for us to complete. On average we’ve walked about 4-5 miles PER DAY and some days more. So, yes exhausted is a great way to put it. Sometimes after exhausting trips we still have personal assignments and group projects to complete.
I am also dealing with culture shock. Trying to understand the language, the people, and directions is a lot to process and can be overwhelming. I find myself going to the American breakfast spot as a small reminder of home. I took this opportunity as a way to push me out of my comfort zone in which it definitely has. Everyday I’ve learned something new about myself. I’ve spiritually and mentally grown more than I thought I would.
I cannot stress to you how important studying abroad for students is. It should be a requirement!!! The impact it has on a students ability to understand cultural differences, learning how to approach different personalities with those you are sounded with, getting out of your comfort zone, being quick on your toes to figure
out solutions in a place you know nothing about, and the list goes on and on….
Take the challenge STUDY ABROAD!!!!
Studying Abroad: Italy 