“People say you can learn everything in Berlin, except German”
Student Ayra’ story is part of the UN International Organisation for Migration (IOM) series: “i am a migrant“.* Ayra’s country of origin is Canada and she currently lives in Germany – 6,534 kms from home.
“My name is Ayra Reyla, I’m 23-years-old and I came to Germany about a year ago in order to study. Originally, I’m from Guelph, Canada, a small town near Toronto.”
“I remember that I was a bit out of my depth with the metro system when I first arrived here. My father was with me and we then decided to take a cab from the airport to get to the hotel.”
“In Guelph, my hometown, there is a totally different vibe compared to here in Berlin. You can strike up a conversation with people more easily. Here in Berlin, people seem to be more introverted. However, I think this is probably not a cultural difference, but is more due to the size of the city.”
“In fact, I see few cultural differences between Germany and Canada. But I immediately felt very welcome in Berlin. Even before, when I visited Berlin as a tourist, I always enjoyed it. It’s somehow different from the rest of Germany. People say you can learn everything in Berlin, except German.”
“What I miss most from back home is the routine. Just knowing where everything is. And driving a car, of course! In North America, I learned to drive an automatic. I’m not very good at driving stick, which is why I don’t drive here in Berlin.”
“I was born in the Philippines and moved to Canada at the age of three. I can say that the Philippines are my home and that Canada is my home. But in the end, home is not a certain place for me, it’s the people I’m surrounded with. Here in Berlin, I have made so many friends and met so many great people that by now, I can also say that Berlin is my home.”
[Für die deutsche Version klicken Sie hier.]
*Ayra’ story was published in the UN International Organisation for Migration (IOM) series: “i am a migrant“. Go to Original.
Read also:
To Be a Latin-American Migrant in Madrid
To Be an Egyptian Migrant in Rome (And Also Make Great Pizza)
To Be a Nigerian Migrant in Italy
Migrants in Italy: “Shame Is Keeping Us Here”
Not Just Numbers: Migrants Tell Their Stories
Libya: Up to One Million Enslaved Migrants, Victims of ‘Europe’s Complicity’
No Health Protection for Migrant-Women Healthcare Givers
“The fear is not of leaving, but of no longer belonging”
“As a migrant, I sometimes ask myself, when is the right moment to go back and help my country”
“It was difficult for me to forge my identity because I did not fit into society’s boxes”
To Be a Latin-American Migrant in Madrid
To Be an Egyptian Migrant in Rome (And Also Make Great Pizza)
To Be a Nigerian Migrant in Italy
Migrants in Italy: “Shame Is Keeping Us Here”
Not Just Numbers: Migrants Tell Their Stories
Libya: Up to One Million Enslaved Migrants, Victims of ‘Europe’s Complicity’
Source: https://human-wrongs-watch.net/2018/05/06/people-say-you-can-learn-everything-in-berlin-except-german/
Anyone can join.
Anyone can contribute.
Anyone can become informed about their world.
"United We Stand" Click Here To Create Your Personal Citizen Journalist Account Today, Be Sure To Invite Your Friends.
Lion’s Mane Mushroom
Mushrooms are having a moment. One fabulous fungus in particular, lion’s mane, may help improve memory, depression and anxiety symptoms. They are also an excellent source of nutrients that show promise as a therapy for dementia, and other neurodegenerative diseases. If you’re living with anxiety or depression, you may be curious about all the therapy options out there — including the natural ones.Our Lion’s Mane WHOLE MIND Nootropic Blend has been formulated to utilize the potency of Lion’s mane but also include the benefits of four other Highly Beneficial Mushrooms. Synergistically, they work together to Build your health through improving cognitive function and immunity regardless of your age. Our Nootropic not only improves your Cognitive Function and Activates your Immune System, But it benefits growth of Essential Gut Flora, further enhancing your Vitality.
Our Formula includes:
Lion’s Mane Mushrooms which Increase Brain Power through nerve growth, lessen anxiety, reduce depression, and improve concentration. Its an excellent adaptogen, promotes sleep and improves immunity.
Shiitake Mushrooms which Fight cancer cells and infectious disease, boost the immune system, promotes brain function, and serves as a source of B vitamins.
Maitake Mushrooms which regulate blood sugar levels of diabetics, reduce hypertension and boosts the immune system.
Reishi Mushrooms which Fight inflammation, liver disease, fatigue, tumor growth and cancer. They Improve skin disorders and soothes digestive problems, stomach ulcers and leaky gut syndrome.
Chaga Mushrooms which have anti-aging effects, boost immune function, improve stamina and athletic performance, even act as a natural aphrodisiac, fighting diabetes and improving liver function.
Try Our Lion’s Mane WHOLE MIND Nootropic Blend 60 Capsules. Today Be 100% Satisfied Or Receive A Full Money Back Guarantee Order Yours Today By Following This Link.
| Online: | |
| Visits: | 1,608,451,224 |
| Stories: | 8,164,695 |
Whistler Blowers, Insiders
