A big move (maybe)

[Jenny]

So, a friend from college has basically set me up with a job teaching English in Korea. At this point, all I have to do is say "yes, I want to come" and she'll get the ball rolling with her boss. Very Cool-

Downside- I have NEVER done anything even remotely close to this. I went to college in state. Farthest I've lived away has been 2.5 hours. I'm basically shitting myself at the idea of moving to Korea for a year. I break it down as, either 1. it will be the most amazing, life changing experience ever and will kick start me into doing something with my life instead of sitting around to rot in Connecticut, or 2. I'll sign on for a year contract, get there and be absolutely miserable for a year (which by the way... is a long time to be absolutely miserable).

So, I was hoping that some of you folks who have picked up and made a big move (I know a lot of you have), could give me some advice. Was it worth it? How did you cope with being so far from friends and family, etc.

And before anyone gets all WSN with me, I'm not asking if I should go or not, so I don't even want to hear "Why don't you get off the internet and make your own decisions about life" :rolleyes:

[Johnny Rebel]

Why don't you...oh....

People I've known who have spend time overseas say its a great experience; everyday was an adventure and something new, even little things like going to the market or buying a hat was new and interesting because its so different than home. I say go for it, there's always the internets.

[eddie shots]

i'd go for it. this could be your only chance in your life to ever live overseas.

[Royo]

I would just go for it, if ya dont take any chances your not really gunna go any where.

[socalsk1nhead]

My mom got a similar opportunity to do the same in Japan and I was really pushing for her to go because it's an amazing experience. She never ended up going and regretted it because she knows without that chance, it's not like she'll ever be able to go there on her own accord.

I've picked up and moved quite a few times for a year or so at a time. It gets tough, but then I've always walked away a changed (for the better mostly) man.

I say do it.

[Tokyohoon]

Do it, you'll love it. Acari Rotter can probably hook you up if you end up in Seoul, and if you want a trip to Japan (shorter than a flight from NYC to Boston!), I'll guide you around Tokyo.

[Das-Haut]

Give it go, nothing worse than getting old (like me) and musing over 'what if I done that'

[Doc]

I think you already know that you should go for it. Its daunting I know, but I can honestly say it was the best fkn thing I have ever done for myself.

[DukeCityDrunk]

i would do it. it's a great opportunity for your career... would look great on resumes, and its not like youre going over there forever. and like someone else said, theres always the internets for communication back home! The farthest I moved was 800 miles from where I grew up, and it was a really fun change. But I ended up back home in the long run with no regrets. I know if i never had moved i would be hating it here and very curious as to what it wouldve been like.

DO IT!

[weknowhowtolive]

i had a chance to go to singapore and didnt and still regret it

[Baldy]

So, a friend from college has basically set me up with a job teaching English in Korea. At this point, all I have to do is say "yes, I want to come" and she'll get the ball rolling with her boss. Very Cool-

Downside- I have NEVER done anything even remotely close to this. I went to college in state. Farthest I've lived away has been 2.5 hours. I'm basically shitting myself at the idea of moving to Korea for a year. I break it down as, either 1. it will be the most amazing, life changing experience ever and will kick start me into doing something with my life instead of sitting around to rot in Connecticut, or 2. I'll sign on for a year contract, get there and be absolutely miserable for a year (which by the way... is a long time to be absolutely miserable).

So, I was hoping that some of you folks who have picked up and made a big move (I know a lot of you have), could give me some advice. Was it worth it? How did you cope with being so far from friends and family, etc.

And before anyone gets all WSN with me, I'm not asking if I should go or not, so I don't even want to hear "Why don't you get off the internet and make your own decisions about life" :rolleyes:

What an adventure: good market for English teachers. A year will go by fast exploring the lay of the land. South Korea is the pearl of the orient, and only second to Japan in Technology and development. With technology, you can talk to your parents live on the web. And if eating out and it tastes like chicken, it might as well be.

Next to Amsterdam, South Korea would be where I'd like to visit. A world class destination from all evidence I've seen. Start doing your homework now so you can maximize your time. I'm sure you will want to stay longer if possible. It sounds like a good place to live, period.

[rachel]

DO IT! I would love to be able to have a chance like that. You have nothing to hold you back, like kids or a husband. And its only a year.

[Acari Rotter]

First bit of advice: be in Seoul. Your quality of life is measured by how close you are to Seoul. When you get here my ulcer will be healed and we'll get wasted in Hongdae together, and then my wife will beat me up for hanging out with white girls.

[Skones]

Do it. Get out of my country and do it!

[bat_girl]

Do it!
If you don't, you may regret it!
Like Rachel said, if you're not tied down by husband/kids, it's the ideal time to kick back and have fun/adventures!! I wish I could pick up and go!

DO IT!!

DO IT!!!

:smile:

[Acari Rotter]

What an adventure: good market for English teachers. A year will go by fast exploring the lay of the land. South Korea is the pearl of the orient, and only second to Japan in Technology and development. With technology, you can talk to your parents live on the web. And if eating out and it tastes like chicken, it might as well be.

Next to Amsterdam, South Korea would be where I'd like to visit. A world class destination from all evidence I've seen. Start doing your homework now so you can maximize your time. I'm sure you will want to stay longer if possible. It sounds like a good place to live, period.

That's a little more optimistic than I would've expected from anyone.

[Johnny Rebel]

so.........you gonna do it?