8 Tips That Fight Back Homesickness
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8 Tips That Fight Back Homesickness

How to manage homesick and have lasting relationship

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8 Tips That Fight Back Homesickness
Charlene Wang

Leaving home for college might be hard for many people. Saying goodbye to their loved ones and moving in to an entirely new place. Yet, friendship does not end there. Here are some great tips on how to keep the flame on!

1. Decorate your dorm with pictures.


Photography captures the best memories and keeps it for long. While missing your family and old friends, you have a lot of snapshots that recall the vivid memories and give you the feeling of home. What is better than seeing your friends every morning and night?

2. Schedule to call home.

While you may have missed a lot of late night talks, thanks to the technology, you can still catch up through Skype, Hangout, Facetime, or Duo, or more. A short call once in a while and a long video chat are key. Having a good conversation with people you've known is the best.

3. Write letters.

Writing is the most powerful and lasting expression. Write down what you are thinking, missing, and enjoying. While email is timely and convenient, handwritten letters and postcards are also worth sending every once a while! (A little surprise creates an amazing impact.)

4. Mail packages.

Order your college shirts and send your school spirit back home. I am always excited to receive packages even though I know what is in it (Amazon etc). Never fail to surprise people with a great gift :)

5. Count down.

Count down the date you are coming home, and do it on a larger scale. For instance, 1 semester is around 17 weeks; another way of viewing things makes things much easier.

6. Keep yourself busy.

College has a lot to offer and you can definitely have a tight schedule. While you are busy adjusting to the new life, you can kind of "forget" the feeling of missing home and friends. Anyhow, you had better blend this with another method that endures.

7. Keep a journal.

You want to leave some time to digest the new things in life and be utterly honest. This is especially helpful when you can't find someone to talk to.

8. Have a comfy bed.

A good night sleep heals everything. Obviously.

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