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The Mole Diaries: Mons, Belgium
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by Jess Dunhill
Questions about Homesick
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Very homesick and would like some advice?
Homesick
Hi there! I just thought I'd let you know that even though I've finished now this time two years ago I was feeling exactly the same as you! My first question is are there any other people from your un...
Q
Extremely homesick and need some advice?
Homesick
I'm on my year abroad at the moment too, and I have a lot of friends who are in Paris at the moment. I would definitely recommend joining some of the Erasmus Facebook pages and participating in the ev...
Q
What is the best way to cope with homesickness on your year abroad?
Italy
I found watching some trashy British TV helps! And try and go out/ spend some time with friends or plan a trip somewhere :)
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