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Wednesday, June 18th, 2025

Week 2 in Dublin: Adaptation Week

Joseph Ha In Week 2 of my Dublin escapade, I finally fell into a good routine and began developing habits that already seemed rewarding and long-lasting. Rising at 7:00 AM each morning was a system shock to me at first—before that, I hadn’t awakened that early in almost a year—but by the middle of the week, I was springing out of bed and anticipating the day. There’s something invigorating in those pre-dawn hours: the empty streets, the soft light peeking through the curtains, and the knowledge that I’ve already “won” half the day before most folks are even waking up. […]

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Wednesday, June 11th, 2025

I feel like a “real” adult in Dublin, Ireland!

Joseph Ha, Ireland: Week 1 Coming to Dublin, Ireland, I expected to adapt very quickly—something I’m usually good at, having traveled to many countries. However, I quickly realized that settling in might take about a week, which feels long for me. This time is different: I’m not just visiting as a tourist—I’m living a full adult life, working a 9-to-5 internship in a completely new country. Without my parents around, I’m responsible for everything from Monday to Friday, and that shift hit me hard. The realization truly set in on Tuesday, our first day of the internship. I’m working as […]

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