Working to provide for your family is already tiring; combining that with being away from them is a double whammy. OFWs strive and persevere far from their families to achieve a better future for them. Being away means not being there for special days like their birthdays even some holidays like Christmas and New Year’s. Currently, depression has hit the big stage after taking down numerous big names. Homesickness can lead to depression; our OFWs are never exempted from that because there would be times when they will feel it. Although some can cope with it, some are not very good in handling it. Take note that even OFWs and expatriates who have been away long enough encounter and feel this once in a while. This alone is already a pretty good reason why we really need to take note of homesickness.
In this article, we will be sharing some of the tips and guides on how OFWs can manage homesickness. It’s not gonna be easy. Moreover, this can include managing time wisely and being open to a lot of opportunities and changes.
At first, you would think that the things listed here are basic. But if you come to think about it, they really are legitimately true especially at times when you’re feeling that it’s just you against the world.
Although it sounds unrealistic and not really helpful but it really is. Writing can ease out the pain and sadness by putting it into words. It will help you think and feel things more; it will help you and will be effective when you’re feeling sad.
Chat with your family
Whenever you’re feeling lonely and down, chatting with your family can be of good help. Take advantage of the technology that you have to further connect with your family even if you’re thousands of kilometers away. Get in touch with them with just a few clicks and taps on your devices.
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