Friday, November 30, 2007
Thursday, November 29, 2007
Friendship
“Best friends forever”. Many people use this phrase, but often times it is not meant. I have learned that true friends or best friends are hard to come by. It is often easier to make enemies than it is to make friends. Friendship is a blessing that should not be taken for granted.
In the first place, people enjoy the companionship of others. Many people want someone to confide in, possibly seek advice from, or to gain knowledge from. Some friends like to travel together or go on outings. Others like to seek a friend to enjoy the ride of life with. And surprisingly enough, some are not looking for friends at all.
Finding a true friend may be the most difficult thing to do. A lot of people will pretend to be a true friend just to get something from you. Some people want you to be there for them, but they may be out of reach when you need a helping hand. A true friend will not hesitate to help their confidant.
Some characteristics to look for in a friend are honesty, loyalty, forgiving, and outgoing. Different people prefer different types of friends though. Some people prefer to have friends with common interests and others prefer a more diverse group of friends. Whichever types of friends you choose make sure that you keep them around as long as possible.
Finally, they key to keeping a friend is treating them the way you want to be treated. Listen to you friends when they have problems. Help them when they are in need. Demonstrate random acts of kindness towards them. This will ensure that you never lose your true friend.
“Best friends forever”. Many people use this phrase, but often times it is not meant. I have learned that true friends or best friends are hard to come by. It is often easier to make enemies than it is to make friends. Friendship is a blessing that should not be taken for granted.
In the first place, people enjoy the companionship of others. Many people want someone to confide in, possibly seek advice from, or to gain knowledge from. Some friends like to travel together or go on outings. Others like to seek a friend to enjoy the ride of life with. And surprisingly enough, some are not looking for friends at all.
Finding a true friend may be the most difficult thing to do. A lot of people will pretend to be a true friend just to get something from you. Some people want you to be there for them, but they may be out of reach when you need a helping hand. A true friend will not hesitate to help their confidant.
Some characteristics to look for in a friend are honesty, loyalty, forgiving, and outgoing. Different people prefer different types of friends though. Some people prefer to have friends with common interests and others prefer a more diverse group of friends. Whichever types of friends you choose make sure that you keep them around as long as possible.
Finally, they key to keeping a friend is treating them the way you want to be treated. Listen to you friends when they have problems. Help them when they are in need. Demonstrate random acts of kindness towards them. This will ensure that you never lose your true friend.
Study Abroad
Studying abroad has proved to be a very challenging experience for me. When I first arrived to the United States, I faced many obstacles. I had to adjust to the climate, time, living situation, language, and culture. I also missed my family and friends tremendously. I was homesick.
When I arrived on campus, I was greeted by a guide. He showed me the dormitory where I had initially planned to live. I was completely disgusted by the room, so I made arrangements to live with family. I did not like my teachers and classes. I also had trouble understanding the accents of this region. I was not used to this way of life at all, and I was ready to go home.
Soon, I began to settle in and really start enjoying the American way of life. I began to relate to my instructors, and I made friends with some of the other students. I became familiar with the city and the campus. I also realized that living with my family was a great comfort to me. Things were already improving.
I began to realize that things were falling into place. The things I initially disliked, I began to love. The things that I first disagreed with now made sense to me. I am still here, and continuing to enjoy my experience as an international student. I have made many friends and established great relationships with my professors. I still face adversity and frustration from time to time, but I will not let this interfere.
This experience has not only expanded my knowledge academically, but it has also expanded my knowledge of American culture and tradition. I feel that I am a changed person, and that coming abroad has made me who I am today. I had not made the decision to travel abroad; I would have missed out on a wonderful opportunity. I have no regrets, and I am certain that I will use this knowledge in my future.
Studying abroad has proved to be a very challenging experience for me. When I first arrived to the United States, I faced many obstacles. I had to adjust to the climate, time, living situation, language, and culture. I also missed my family and friends tremendously. I was homesick.
When I arrived on campus, I was greeted by a guide. He showed me the dormitory where I had initially planned to live. I was completely disgusted by the room, so I made arrangements to live with family. I did not like my teachers and classes. I also had trouble understanding the accents of this region. I was not used to this way of life at all, and I was ready to go home.
Soon, I began to settle in and really start enjoying the American way of life. I began to relate to my instructors, and I made friends with some of the other students. I became familiar with the city and the campus. I also realized that living with my family was a great comfort to me. Things were already improving.
I began to realize that things were falling into place. The things I initially disliked, I began to love. The things that I first disagreed with now made sense to me. I am still here, and continuing to enjoy my experience as an international student. I have made many friends and established great relationships with my professors. I still face adversity and frustration from time to time, but I will not let this interfere.
This experience has not only expanded my knowledge academically, but it has also expanded my knowledge of American culture and tradition. I feel that I am a changed person, and that coming abroad has made me who I am today. I had not made the decision to travel abroad; I would have missed out on a wonderful opportunity. I have no regrets, and I am certain that I will use this knowledge in my future.
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