TIPS AND TRICKS ON HOW TO LIVE COMFORTABLY AS AN INTERNATIONAL STUDENT

International students can readily adapt to Canada because of welcoming immigration policies and culture. Moving to a new country for study purposes can be challenging. It takes time to adjust to a new environment. However, several pointers and tactics can help them adjust better to their new surroundings.

There is no comparison between living with your friends and family at home and having to do everything on your own in a foreign land. It can be lonely and tiresome at times but there are some ways you can minimize it. Here are some of the tips you can apply in your daily life as an international student:-

1. Finding the best consultancy

First and foremost part of going abroad is that you have to find a good consultancy where you will apply for a visa for the destination you are planning to go to. Consult with the people from your consultancy and get as much information as you can from the professionals related to your queries.

2. Planning

Whether it be a day out, having to do your laundry, assignments or anything you can think of doing in your daily life, you can plan it accordingly. You can find a bunch of planning apps on the internet and you can make a habit of listing down your works there and prioritize it accordingly. This will eventually help you do things on time and not forget about works that are important to you.

3. Tracking your money flow

There is no saying that most of your earnings will be spent on your daily necessary items. BUT you can always minimize it. If you make a habit of tracking how much you are spending on average then you can look back at it and prioritize on what to buy next and also realize how much you are spending on items that are not important for the time being.

4. Join as many social clubs as you can

Make sure you attend the orientation program held by your college at the beginning of your college days as you can learn and adapt to the new environment and make friends as well. Join multiple social clubs from your college and start networking because you can share your thoughts and ideas with people who are on the same page as you. This will eventually make you eligible to fit into the new environment that is suitable for you and your interest.

5. Making friends

One of the most important things you need abroad is FRIENDS. Make sure you make as many friends as you can, may it be from your college, classes, work, friends of friends etc. Networking is very important because even if you fall sick your friends may take care of you for a day or two. They can support you if you are feeling low and exhausted. And they can be there for you when you are not at your best.

6. Speaking about things that are bothering you.

Foreign land can be lonely and you may feel homesick. At that time you should not bottle up your feelings and isolate yourself. Make sure you are talking to someone and share the things that are bothering you mentally. Talking to someone makes your energy positive and can make your mood better. Depression is one of the most common things shown in students who are studying abroad. Make sure you are not alone at that time. Go to places that you find interesting and try to have fun.

In Canada international students can easily adjust here because of their diverse welcoming culture and immigration policies for overseas students. Students’ life abroad might be difficult at times, but with the right motivation and intentions, it can be enjoyable and enriching. Make sure you follow the above tips and watch your life be easier as an international student.

You may feel overwhelmed by the thoughts of going to a different country and having to settle there without the supervision of your guardian, but you don’t need to worry because CAN Consulting Services is one of the best consultancy you can find in Nepal and the professionals from here will guide you on things that you may find difficult and confusing. All you need is the courage to step into the bigger world.