What does it feel like to leave your country as a teenager and start over in a completely new place?
In this episode of Gen Next, Ms. Cam talks with Cheyun and Eunseop, two international students from South Korea who came to Canada on their own to study in high school. They share what it’s really like to live far from home, learn a new language, adapt to a different school culture, and grow through challenges that most teens never experience.
We also talk about something people don’t always think about such as the misconceptions local students sometimes have about international students, and how small actions can make someone feel included, understood, and welcome.
This episode is about courage, independence, culture, and learning how to connect with people who grew up differently than you.
In this episode, you’ll hear about:
- The pressure of school in Korea vs Canada
- The hardest part of being an international student
- Misconceptions local students sometimes have about international students
- How Canadian students can be more welcoming and inclusive
- How living abroad changed their mindset about life and success
- Why doing something scary can make you stronger for life
Try This Challenge 🎯
- Do something that scares you a little this week.
- Talk to someone new,ideally an international student! Ask a question, try a new activity, or start a conversation with someone from a different culture.
Links
Camelia website: https://camelianunez.com/
Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@GenNextPodcast
Instagram: @thegennextpodcast
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/gennext-podcast
