Studying abroad in Seoul brings new growth and challenges. Homesickness was a steady feeling, but it deepened my appreciation of home and self. This semester taught me to value small comforts and close relationships. Returning home, I carry fresh perspectives and gratitude for all the moments—both joyful and tough—that shaped me. If you feel homesick abroad, remember it means you have something special waiting for you back home.

Studying abroad in Seoul is filled with excitement and challenges, but it’s the small things—coffee rituals, late-night snack runs, wandering with no plan, and short calls home—that bring real comfort. These everyday joys quietly stitch new routines and help the city feel more like home. What small comforts have helped you settle in a new place?