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Emotional Support for Students Abroad: Role of Family.

Sending Your Child Overseas? How to Be Their Emotional Pillar (From One Parent to Another)

 

So, your kid's off to study abroad? Whoa! Cool! Terrifying! I get it. My kid Emily did a year in Spain, and it was a whole new level of parenting. While they're there chasing their dreams, the best we can be is their emotional support system, right? Drop the cookie care packages; substitute with listening care packages.

 

Seriously, home is difficult to be away from. It's not missing their favorite pizza (though that is definitely part of it!). It's about:

 

•   Homesickness That Hits Hard: Missing family dinners, inside jokes, even just knowing where to get the good coffee.

•   Culture Shock Like a Punch in the Gut: Everything's different – the language, the food, the way people behave. It can be overwhelming.

•   School Stress Cranked Up to 11: New teachers, new styles of learning, trying to meet people in an entirely new setting… It's too much!

•   Feeling Completely Alone: Making friends is a process, and it's easy to feel alone, especially at first.

•   Wallet Anxiety: Trying to make their money go further and not wanting to have to ask for more money.

 

All that other stuff has the ability to get into their head and into their schoolwork. That's where we're required.

 

How to Be the Best Damn Cheerleader (Even From Thousands of Miles Away):

 

This is the hard talk on how to be their emotional lifeline:

 

•   Listen Like You Mean It: Seriously, put down your phone, look at them (even on video call), and *listen*. Allow them to vent, cry, whatever they must do. Do not interrupt with advice unless asked for it. Simply be there.

•   Schedule Regular Check-Ins: Find a time that works for both of you (time zones are a beast!) and stick to it. Even a short text message a day is fine, the thought that you're thinking about them counts.

•   Love Them, No Matter What: Inform them that you love them regardless. Whether they do well or completely fail, your love does not depend on anything.

•   Welcome the Small Wins: Did they finally get the bus thing? Did they get a new friend? Did they make dinner without setting off the fire alarm? Celebrate it! Send a silly GIF, make a terrible joke – let them know you're proud.

•   Self-Care Reminders: Remind them to take care of themselves! Get some sleep, eat well (ish!), exercise, and do things that they enjoy. It is easy to get caught up in study, but they need to take a break to refuel.

•   Be Their Resource Detective: Google is their friend! Remind them to discover resources within their university, including counseling, tutoring, or international student societies.

•   Learn the Warning Signs: Observe warning signs. Are they constantly tired? Are they shutting down from people? Are they taking no pleasure in activities which previously made them happy? When you notice anything odd, let them know that they need to talk to somebody gently.

•   Give Practical Help (If You're Able To): If you're in a position to help financially, help gain access to resources, or introduce them to folks in their profession, do!

•   The Magic of a Visit: If it is possible, make a visit! You visiting in person can do magic for their minds.

 

It Takes a Village (Even From a Distance!):

 

Don't attempt to do it yourself. Recruit the support of:

 

•   Other Parents: Get in touch with other parents whose children are studying overseas. You can exchange tips, provide support, and just know you're not alone.

•   Family and Friends Back Home: Encourage your child to keep in touch with their friends and family back home. These relationships can help them feel a sense of normalcy and belonging.

 

The Long-Distance Parenting Survival Kit:

 

Distance makes everything more difficult. So:

 

•   Be Flexible: Don't get upset if they miss a call or reschedule. Life is unpredictable.

•   Embrace Technology: Use video calls, messaging apps, social media – whatever is convenient!

•   Patience is Your New Best Friend: They might be having a bad day and not know how to put it into words. Be patient and understanding.

 

Geez, actually sending your child overseas is like a rollercoaster ride. There'll be ups and downs, times when you're beaming with pride and times when you'll freak out. But keep in mind, your support and your love are the absolute best you can offer them. Be their support, their fan, and their ear to listen, and they'll just be wonderful.

 

SIMPLE ADMISSION PROCESS

No hefty donations, no entrance exams, no hassle for documentation just your dream MBBS study and you. RUS OVERSEAS does everything for you from scratch. We make sure you don’t have to do rounds of rotation and get fed up with the process of admission. From beginning to end, we are with you.

 

THE PROCESS

Eligibility: 

• 50% in PCB (40% for SC/ST/OBC) in Class 12.
• Minimum 17 years by December 31 of the admission year.
•   NEET Qualification: Mandatory for Indian students.

 

Invitation letter: 

After RUS OVERSEAS submits your documents in the university. The university issues you an invitation letter. 

 

Visa process: 

Once the invitation letter arrives. The company will start your visa processing and in a few days you will be on the plane to Russia. 

HOW RUS OVERSEAS HELPS YOU IN YOUR JOURNEY

RUS OVERSEAS has the experience of more than a decade. Our team is supportive and cares for the students wholeheartedly. We are available 24/7. Your one stop solution for MBBS abroad is us. We at RUS OVERSEAS will never disappoint any student or parent in their fulfilling journey with us.

 

CONTACT US

Phone: +91 9560533703

Email:  info@rusoverseas.com