Homesickness can be a difficult feeling to deal with, especially if you are far away from the place you consider to be your home. It is natural to feel a sense of longing and desire to be with people and places that are familiar and bring us comfort. However, for some people like me, missing home can become a much more intense and overwhelming experience.
One of the instances where missing home gets worse is due to the sense of isolation and disconnection that I sometimes feel from being away from the people and places I love. Obviously, it’s easier to feel connected and grounded when I am with familiar faces. And when I am away from those things, I start feeling like my world is falling apart. I start losing my sense of purpose. Slowly but surely, I start falling into the rabbit hole of existential crisis. And when I say ‘I’, I am speaking for everyone who has been through this! The feeling intensifies with the length of time I’m away. The longer I am separated, the harder it is for me to cope with the longing.
How do I cope with the feeling?
There are a few things that I try to alleviate the feelings of homesickness and make the experience more bearable. First, I always stay in touch with the people I care about and who are important to me. I make sure to give a phone call to them every now and then. I chat with them through videos and messages and I always share my chores with them! Believe me, keeping these connections is a great way to feel less alone and more connected to people and places we miss.
Another way is to find ways to connect with and be involved in the community where we are. This way usually works if you are an extrovert. You could join clubs or organizations, volunteer, or just make an effort to get to know people around you. By finding ways to be involved in our new surroundings, we can start to build a sense of belongingness and purpose.
It’s important to remember that missing home is a normal and natural experience, and it’s okay to feel this way. Always be kind to yourselves and allow yourself to feel and process these emotions. Most importantly, seek out support if you are struggling to cope with the feelings of missing home. You are not alone!
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