Author: Neha
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The exodus of an expected “exotic” experience
“We haven’t talked in so long!! But first I really want to know: how’s Singapore?!” “Aww yeah it’s so good to see you! I’m so glad we could call. And yeah Singapore? It’s been challenging but it’s…. it’s great! Yeah. I’m learning a lot.” I’m a 21 year old student from Canada on a summer…
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Chapter One: Fish Eyes
Themes: privilege, family, understanding Today marks my first week since my flight landed in Singapore, and so much feels like it has happened. Aside from just experiencing culture shock, I’ve adjusting to living standard shock too. My parents immigrated from India to North America before the 2000s. They’ve told me of the struggles they faced…
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Chapter 0: The little deaths
I’m leaving home for my four month trip tomorrow. I’ve been scared about this trip for two months, and I focused my last blog on all of the unresolved fear I have around my journey. So, how am I doing now? I can report to you that, on the literal eve or my departure, I…