Life-changing times

My experiences

Within the last weeks I discovered so many things. I got confronted with situations and problems I never thought about. I got into a complete new culture. A different world. I made the step out of home and my comfort zone. Every day I experienced something new and different. Every day I felt new and unknown feelings.

Since 16th September I got to know the Taiwanese kindness, the beautiful nature and the excellent food. I met and talked to so many people from all different nations. I started a job and carry full responsibility for the things I do. I learned how to plan a tour and guide it. I gained skills in writing and made experiences in journalism. Now I know what it means to have a full time job and still do all the things that have to be done in addition.

I also experienced getting homesick and being at a low point, completely unhappy and unsatisfied with my situation. But as well, standing up again. Making changes. Getting the situation and my life into the right shape.

Furthermore gained knowledge about writing and local culture: Taoism, Taiwanese history (especially the 228 incident), values, Japanese and Chinese influences, architecture style, traditions and the Taiwanese way of thinking.

And now I got to a point where I can say that I got used to the life here and got along with all the new circumstances.

Especially my girlfriend, my family and my best friend give me strength and grip to carry on. Thank you for all your support!

I am still curious about what is the next part of my journey. Which experiences will I face and how will this change my point of view?

You all read my stories and I really like to share these with you. I hope you enjoy them and I can give you a little view of my life in Taiwan.

All in all I enjoyed my time until now and I am enjoying every day.

Lukas

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Credits

CREDITS Topology Travel Peter - Thank you for being a nice boss, although we didn't see each other a lot, I always enjoyed working with you. Steve - Especially developing and improving the walkabout tour was an everyday joy. Thank you for all your kindness and advice. Core - Always a smile on your face and a happy welcome. Working with you was a pleasure for me. Linda - I still remember all the times we laughed together in office! Even a bad day turned good with a afternoon sitting next to you! Jesper - I hope you are fine and still remember the time we got lost around Taipei Zoo! It was a pleasure to work with you and doing the walkabout tours with you!! Alan - We spent some time doing music together! I also enjoyed our visit in Tamsui University! Thank you for giving me this opportunities. To the rest of the office : I am sorry if I didn't meniton you here. I enjoyed working with you and all the fun times we had in office. I learned a lot fro

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