Final Thought

Final Thought: As I prepare to study for my finals, I can’t believe that the semester went by so quickly. I remember the day I left and how nervous I was to come here and spend a WHOLE semester here. But now I’m dreading to leave and saddened to leave my nice dorm, teachers, and of course friends. It’s amazing how quickly I adjusted to Prague. I am very glad that I chose to study abroad because I feel I’ve learned more about myself in the past months here. I wouldn’t call them epiphanies but certainly a self-realization. I feel that being here made me realize how much I enjoy traveling and experiencing different cultures. I love hearing and learning different languages and seeing how and why a culture is what it is. Being in Europe, I have a new found love for soccer. Also, I love how it’s so easy to go from country to country via bus, train, or airplane. Another realization I had is my ability to adjust relatively easily. I adjust easily not only to my surroundings but also to their culture. Also, my plans for the future seemed to have changed and altered in some way because of this experience. Before, I was fine with not traveling and seeing other parts of the world. I was happy in my own little bubble. I mean, occasionally I do travel around on vacation, but nothing to really immerse myself in their culture. However, now that I’ve seen a little part of Europe, I want to visit and really learn about other cultures. I’d like to go to South America, Asia, and the Middle East. After college I planned on pursuing higher education or get a job in the city. But now, my hesitation to join the peace corp diminished and now I’m determined to join as soon as I graduate. Another self-realization would be how fortunate and lucky I am to travel around the world with my parents support. As the semester comes to a close, I feel that I’ve gained many experiences that I will cherish and look back at in the future.Thanks Prague!