See the Place Through Your Own Eyes – Lessons from Exile

One of the most important things exile teaches you is not to let the country you live in control how you perceive it, but rather to see it through your own eyes.

Even if people are always complaining about the weather, the food, or the people—you might find it different from your own experience.

Why do you need to see through your own eyes?

Because walking through their streets after the rain, visiting their markets, trying their food in their kitchens it gives you the chance to know the new place itself. Look at the little details, they can make a big difference with you. These details, at first, may feel strange, but with time they give you warmth and a sense of belonging.

The lessons you learn from the details

You will discover that it’s not just about challenges and difficulties as people say. When you begin to look at the small things with your eyes, you start to notice beauty, sometimes in the simplest things: the smell of rain, a traditional dish, or a unique custom. Every country has its own beauty and its own challenges.

Conclusion

Exile is not just about being in a new country. It’s about what your eyes allow you to see. If you choose to look at the beauty, you’ll feel at home. But if you keep looking through the eyes of others, you’ll always feel like a stranger.

Which details in the place you live made you feel a stronger sense of belonging? Share with us.