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In Korea, I tended to hang back and observe rather than stand out. But in Cambodia there were many more opportunities to take initiative and act proactively, which helped me gain confidence.
Medical volunteer work in Phnom Penh, Cambodia treating children that anyone can participate in. Lee HwanheeA gapper''s review |
# Through new experiences and challenges, I regained my zest for life.
Hello! I am a 22-year-old university student who completed my third year in nursing and am currently on a leave of absence.
After I decided to take a leave of absence, I only worked part-time jobs and began to feel lethargic.SoSo I wanted to feel a real sense of accomplishment in my life, and I applied for a gap year to seek new challenges.
By participating in the gap year, I regained my zest for life. New experiences and challenges gave me great energy, and I realized that future challenges are not only fearful but can also be exciting. I am truly grateful to the gap year for pulling me out of negative emotions and bringing me back to the world :)
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# ''I wanted to grow and become braver through this experience.''
Going abroad alone was a big challenge for me!
So my biggest goal was to solve any problems on my own and return home safely.I wanted to grow and become braver through this experience!
# I was able to communicate with foreign friends and spend time understanding and learning cultures different from my own.
I was able to get to know many people in Cambodia!
At first I felt a little awkward because I was the only East Asian at the accommodation, but fortunately I could speak English so I tried to approach people.Later I became so close with my accommodation friends that we ate together, drank, learned new games, and enjoyed hearing about my overseas friends'' cultures and stories of their countries. It was also really fun to talk about the similarities and differences between their cultures and Korea.
There were especially many French friends at the accommodation. From what I heard, French young people must complete overseas internships to obtain certain certificates or diplomas. Hearing this made me think it wouldn''t be a bad idea for Korea to adopt such an educational policy.
AndI also remember being very grateful to my roommates!
In the last week I got sick from eating something wrong and was in a lot of pain, but my roommates took care of me a lot and I remember being truly grateful. It''s sad to be sick in a foreign country, but thanks to my roommates'' help I think I was able to recover quickly!
# I was able to build confidence by acting proactively and assertively.
In Korea, I tended to stand one step back and watch rather than stand out. However in Cambodia there were many opportunities to act more proactively and assertively, so I was able to gain confidence.
Also, I also took the lead in doing things with patients that I couldn''t directly experience in Korea, and I had time to think about ways to communicate with patients who didn''t speak the same language. I believe the lessons I gained through these trials and errors will definitely be a significant experience for my future.
# Cambodia medical volunteer work — here''s my daily routine!
I lived a regular routine in Cambodia. Every morning I woke up at 7, got to the hospital by 8, finished work by 12 and then went to have lunch. After lunch I rested a bit, then visited tourist sites or spent time with my roommates, and after dinner I would come back and get ready for bed.
Now that my trip to Cambodia is over, I''m back in Korea!
When many people search for travel in Cambodia they recommend Siem Reap and Angkor Wat, but there are actually many other places worth visiting. I went with my roommates to a place called Mondulkiri, where you can feed elephants and swim with them and even bathe them. You can also enjoy jungle trekking, so I recommend it to those looking for a different experience. If you want to see the sea, I also recommend Koh Rong. I didn''t have time to go, but my roommate strongly recommended it.
I sincerely hope you all have a happy and rewarding gap year in Cambodia :)
# My Cambodia overseas medical volunteer gap year is!
Experience ★★★★
: I was able to have a wide variety of experiences. The food, the environment, new connections — everything was a great stimulus and source of energy for me.
Learning ★★★★★
: I enjoyed being able to apply the knowledge I learned in Korea to actual patients at the hospital. Also, I learned a lot from the friends I met at the accommodation.
Environment ★★★★
: Everything about the environment was good, but I want to emphasize that toilet paper is absolutely essential when using bathrooms outside the accommodation.
Safety ★★★★
: It wasn''t particularly dangerous, but the nurse told me to always be careful when going out at night.
Leisure ★★★★★
: In Phnom Penh, there were more activities besides sightseeing than I expected. I had fun with my accommodation friends doing things like getting massages, going to the pool, and visiting bars.
Lee Hwan-heevisitedCambodia medical volunteer project Want more information?!
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