Do you feel insecure, anxious and doubtful about studying abroad?
Well I just wanna brief you about my little experience in studying abroad.
After being awarded a scholarship to study in India, my biggest fear was racism. I knew exactly that as a future journalist this is a great opportunity I could ever ask for.
My journey was a bit unusual, I never considered myself anything than a typical Swazi student who wants to see what’s out there.
All the way from the southern part of Africa (Swaziland) to study in India, made me a bit nervous. With enthusiasm the students in my college were waiting to meet the first international student to be admitted in the college.
I just realized that I’m unmistakably black and I started observing distinct behavior which was not familiar with me.
Since my arrival on the 5th of March 2021 in India, I’ve met a lot of people who got attracted by my black skin color.
When people approached me with that kind of curious mindset, I actually made a lot of things easier. I started striking conversations with strangers
Nevertheless most of them have difficulties in speaking English but Google Translate is their hope. What I have noticed about physical appearance of being black is that :
It makes people we meet abroad wants to understand us. They are mostly curious to our home, occupation and cultures.
I won’t focus on the difference of the cultures since I’m still observing and learning new things daily. I have faced difficulties like being home sick and the food
Well there are restaurants to give you food which is also available in Africa. I chose journalism and mass communication because I love interacting with people
Learning different cultures and Traveling, exploring the world. In that way I don’t regret being in India.
Concluding my story, I want to make it clear that, the fact is, people are honestly curious about things that are different. When you study abroad every step is a learning experience.
The world is full of wonderful things you haven’t seen yet, don’t give up on the Chance of seeing them.
Wow.Happy to read anglesworld your Blog.Keep it up.Write more bloges.
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Wow.. this is great. You have a great future ahead
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