This quote resonated with me deeply as I embarked on a life-changing journey from India to the Philippines to pursue my medical education. Transitioning to a new country is an experience filled with anticipation, excitement, and its fair share of challenges. Here's my story of adapting, learning, and thriving as a medical student at Davao Medical School Foundation.
Moving from India to the Philippines was a leap into the unknown. Davao is the safest place and an English-speaking country, and the weather is just as similar to that of India, is all the info I got. However, the warmth of the Filipino people and their hospitality and kindness made the adjustment smoother. We came here three months before starting our course just to get used to the new environment, adapting to this place was so much easier. I've also learnt to navigate the local dialect, Bisaya. Over time, Davao has transitioned from a temporary residence to a second home.
This story is from the December 16, 2024 edition of The Free Press Journal.
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