Being away from home can be both an exciting adventure and a stressful experience for international students studying in Singapore. Getting to celebrate important events with their family back home is one factor that is vital to their general well-being and academic achievement. For many Milchelians, going home for holidays like Chinese New Year is especially significant. This post discusses the various reasons why spending special occasions with family is essential for foreign students in Singapore. Here, we emphasize the positive impact it can have on students’ mental, emotional, and academic well-being.
Cultural Connection
On special occasions, Milchelians especially those from China and Thailand, among others, like to return to their home countries. For them, it is a way to keep a strong bond with their cultural roots. Chinese New Year is rooted in cultural traditions, and being home during CNY connects them to their tradition. This connection provides a sense of identity and belonging, contributing to a more enriching cultural experience.
Emotional Well-being
It might be challenging and isolating to study abroad. Celebrating joyous occasions with family provides foreign students a much-needed emotional lift. The comfort and warmth of family gatherings during festivities create a supportive environment that helps reduce stress. This emotional recharge is crucial for maintaining mental well-being, promoting a healthier mindset, and enhancing the overall study abroad experience.
Motivation and Energy Boost
Special occasions offer a break from the students’ demanding academic schedule. These let students to recharge and return to their studies with renewed motivation. The upcoming celebrations serves as a motivational factor, providing students with a goal to strive towards during their studies. Knowing that a reunion with family is coming can serve as a powerful source of energy. It helps students overcome academic challenges and navigate the stresses of studying overseas.
Family Support
An important factor in a student’s academic career is family support. Having special events spent with family promotes encouragement and support. With the knowledge that their family is at their side, students resume their studies with a stronger support system. Students who get this support may perform better academically because they feel more safe and confident in pursuing their academic goals.
Creating Lasting Memories
Special occasions are opportunities to create lasting memories with family. These memories become a source of comfort during challenging times and contribute to a well-rounded overseas-studying experience. Having shared experiences with family adds a layer of depth to the overall narrative of a student’s time abroad, making it a more fulfilling and memorable chapter in their life.
The importance of Milchelians and other foreign students spending special occasions with their families, for example during Chinese New Year, cannot be overstated. Beyond the cultural connection, it provides emotional well-being, motivation, family support, and the creation of lasting memories. These factors contribute to a more positive and enriching study abroad experience. They also help students navigate the challenges of being in a foreign land and empower them to succeed.
Of course, we have activities planned for Milchelians who are staying in Singapore during the Chinese New Year period. Our dear kids will not be missing out on the festivities. From gatherings, snacks, and games, we make sure that they feel the festive spirit here in Milchel, their second home.