When people leave their home country to start a new life, it can be baffling, especially when they don't know anyone in the new place. Starting fresh in a new country often leads to cultural shock.
I haven't experienced this myself, but I have some thoughts to share.
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I once planned to apply for scholarship opportunities abroad, but I didn't pass the cutoff. Since then I still kept on trying as that will be my window for leaving the country.
Grab a cup of coffee and join me as I delve into this topic.
I have always noticed that some people aren't meant to live a satisfied life in their homeland. I believe that everyone was created for a reason. Life might take you to another country where you will contribute to society and find the satisfaction you seek.
This is where immigration comes in, which involves leaving your home country to settle in another country permanently.
If immigration is done legally, then I support it.
There was a time when I applied for a scholarship to study in Russia. Although I didn't get it, I had hoped to graduate, work in a company that needed my services, earn an income, and live there.
The point I am making is that as long as migration is done legally, I am in support of it.
The other side of the story, which I wouldn't wish on anyone, involves dangerous journeys through deserts and across the Red Sea. I believe that while life is a risk, it shouldn't always involve life and death scenarios.
Imagining someone subjecting themselves to stress and harsh conditions to travel is troubling. You're not even sure if you'll arrive safely because you might face storms on the Mediterranean Sea.
There’s also the risk of wild animal attacks in the desert.
These are the questions I ask myself, and I don't think anyone should subject their body to such stress or danger. I only support immigration if it's done legally, with the necessary visas and permits to live in another place.
This is my entry to this week's contest on Immigration. Thanks for reading, and have a lovely weekend.