In my last post, I explored the theme of exploration and growth, and how it relates to to 20-something idealists abroad in Central America. The other common theme is a sensitive one: the disconnection felt with those at home and the apprehension about returning. Whether it is the self-growth that ha[...]
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November 4th, 2010 - 11:03 am § in Country, Culture, Guatemala, Nicaragua, Tips & Resources, Volunteer
Origins of Responsibili”ti”
In the weeks leading up to me leaving the U.S., many adults from my parents’ generation told me the same thing: “Oh. Well.. it’s nice that you are doing this now at a time in your life when you have no real obligations or responsibilities.” What they really wanted to hear from me was a t[...]
October 28th, 2010 - 5:00 pm § in Honduras, In the Field, Looking for Opportunity, Nicaragua, Tips & Resources, Volunteer
Do as the Central Americans Do
When in Central America, do as the Central Americans do: slow down, make it count, and when in doubt, wing it. Things such as internet connections, water pressure, food service, bus travel, etc. run much more slowly here than in the U.S. In the communities I’ve visited, I’ve witnessed h[...]
Quarter-life Idealist
Greetings LaVida Idealist readers! I am a 24-year-old recent university graduate from Dallas, Texas with a degree in Latin American Studies. I decided about a month before graduation to plan a solo journey to Central America. Initially determined to find employment with an organization while traveli[...]
