The reality is that life will disappoint us sometimes. People will let us down. Doors will close. But that’s not the end of our story — it’s just a redirection.
Culture shock is inevitable and is a crucial rite of passage when entering a new environment. Values, norms, standards, and expectations vary from place to place, and while they can sometimes be hard to adapt to, they are critical components to finding your way.
It had been two days since I’d showered.
For some reason, I thought this factoid would assist me as I walked toward my dorm and right past a guy catcalling every girl who passed him. However, as I watched...
