These journal prompts will help you navigate the ups and downs of adjusting to life in a new country. Giving you a save space to process the culture shock, the growth, and everything in between. 🙂
For the first impression
What is one sensory detail (a sound, smell, view) that completely surprised you about your new city this week?
On days when culture shock hits hard, why did you choose this adventure? Write a letter to remind yourself why.
Decribe a small interection with a local that made you feel like you stepped into a movie.
For the belonging phase
Do you notice your personality, posture or tone changing when you speak the local language or interact with locals? Who are you becoming here?
What is something from your home country that you really miss right now? What is something from your new country that you absolutely love right now?
What did you do this week that would have absolutely terrified the “old” you back home.
For h0mesickness & loneliness
What is one thing you loved to do back home that you can do here as well? Do it.
What is an emotion or experience you are having right now that feels impossible to explain to the people back home?
Who has been an unexpected lifeline for you since you moved? Express some gratitude for them on the page.
For reflection
How has your definition of “home” changed since you packed your bags? Is it a place, a person, a feeling?
When did the shift happen from feeling like a tourist to feeling like a resident? Describe the exact moment you realized “Wow, I live here”.
How did you change since you moved to your new country?
Reflect on a moment you felt out of your comfort zone, what did you do and what did you learn?
I hope these help you getting comfortable in your new country. Enjoy every moment of your new adventure!
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