In my last post, I talked about empathy and about creating spaces where locals and immigrants can have honest conversations. But let’s be real; there are times when understanding just doesn’t work; it is just… Read More »What Happens When Understanding Isn’t Enough?
It’s a familiar story; a group of people move to a new country, bringing their food, traditions and way of life with them. At first, they settle quietly, but over time, tensions start to rise.… Read More »Do We Really Understand Each Other?
It was supposed to be a joyful evening in Magdeburg, a city brimming with the festive spirit of Christmas markets. Lights sparkled across colourful stalls, the smell of roasted almonds filled the cold air, and… Read More »Why Some People Resist Immigration
I still remember the conversation like it was yesterday. Over coffee, a friend (an immigrant like me) shocked me with a statement: “I actually think immigration policies should be stricter.” At first, I thought I’d… Read More »The Immigrants Who Say “No” to Immigration
There’s a certain weight that comes with being an immigrant, especially when conversations turn to where you’re from. It’s the kind of weight that makes you pause before answering, carefully choosing your words. How do… Read More »Talking About Home as an Immigrant
Dear Younger Me, I know you’re buzzing with excitement, yet your emotions are all over the place right now. The idea of starting over in Germany: A new country, a fresh beginning, a master’s degree… Read More »A Letter to My Younger Self Before Moving to Germany
When I first moved to Germany, my kids didn’t come with me right away. It took some time before they joined me. They weren’t toddlers or even young children anymore; my youngest was already in… Read More »Raising Kids Abroad
We all know how social media algorithms work: spend enough time watching certain videos, and suddenly, that’s all you see. For me, it’s been immigrant stories on TikTok, people sharing their struggles, their journeys, and… Read More »“Language Isn’t Enough!”
There’s something about Christmas markets in Germany that everyone seems to hype up. I’d heard the stories, seen the pictures, and thought, It’s probably just another market with lights. The one in Bonn wasn’t my… Read More »My First German Christmas Market
Whenever I hear someone say, “Go back to your country,” it stings. It’s a phrase meant to shrink you into a box that makes others comfortable. But where is “back,” really? For many, migration isn’t… Read More »“Go back to your country!”
