For Good For Now

This isn’t just a diary entry about the classroom. In thisepisode, I’m sharing an unfiltered recap of my first year as a specialeducation assistant. Whether you work in an office, run a business, or manage a household, my biggest takeaway from this year is a fundamental life lesson that applies directly to you too. Here’s a snapshot of the highs and lows of working in the classroom and how it info...

If marriage is romantic and exciting, why am I feeling anxious? I dated with the intention of finding my person. Now that they’re here and we’re locking things in… why am I left wondering if this is the right move? The thought of entering a new phase of life is both exciting and nerve-wracking. If you have any advice or thoughts I should consider as you listen to this episode, collect your thought...

TRIGGER WARNING: This episode covers the topic of death from 15:15-17:55. Feel free to skip ahead. They say 2026 is the new 2016. Why? There’s a significant-rise in AI, Trump is back in office, and apparently, skinny jeans are back in style. These are just a few historical events and trends of many, but the idea is that people are feeling a similar vibe when comparing the two years. Hence, the lat...

Take a moment to think about a time in life when you were experiencing a peak. Maybe you were doing really well at work, or you had accomplished a long-time goal, maybe finances were strong and you were just ballin out on everything just because you could. Then suddenly… things just became different. Whatever experiences you had, it might have been followed by this sudden lull, or maybe even a wak...

I'm Marissa, a 30-something-year-old from America. I believe stories deserve to be shared and heard through any walk of life. My previous episodes are audible versions of my blog that documented my experience as an English teacher abroad. Though I am not currently teaching abroad, travel and education very much remain a part of my identity - the journey that has gotten me to where I am and whe...

Just when you think you’ve planned enough, there’s always something that unexpectedly comes up. Here are three things that caught me by surprise with my move to Spain that can help you prepare for yours. If you're in a similar situation, have questions, or would like to connect, you can find me on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠@travelwithmiv⁠⁠⁠ . This episode is an audible version of a three-part blog . Read a...

I wasn’t a teacher before teaching in Madrid. In fact, a lot of us weren’t. If you haven’t taught before, here’s exactly why you should do it abroad. If you're in a similar situation, have questions, or would like to connect, you can find me on Instagram ⁠⁠@travelwithmiv⁠⁠ . This episode is an audible version of my blog. Read along at ⁠⁠https://www.ciee.org/author/marissav⁠⁠ . Ready to start y...

What’s the cost of living in Madrid? How much should I save before moving? Learn from my financial experiences so you can feel prepared for your move abroad. If you're in a similar situation, have questions, or would like to connect, you can find me on Instagram ⁠@travelwithmiv⁠ . This episode is an audible version of my blog. Read along at ⁠https://www.ciee.org/author/marissav⁠ . Ready to sta...

It’s not “goodbye”, it’s “see you later”. This is how I knew it would be okay parting from my family, friends, and partner when I moved half a world away. If you're in a similar situation, have questions, or would like to connect, you can find me on Instagram ⁠@travelwithmiv⁠ . This episode is an audible version of my blog. Read along at ⁠https://www.ciee.org/author/marissav⁠ . Ready to start...

EXPLICIT CONTENT: Language Whether or not you’re also Asian, this will apply to you. Let’s dive into my experience fitting in as a Filipina American living in Spain. If you're in a similar situation, have questions, or would like to connect, you can find me on Instagram ⁠⁠@travelwithmiv⁠⁠ . This episode is an audible version of my blog. Read along at ⁠⁠https://www.ciee.org/author/marissav⁠⁠ . Read...

Trust me, age definitely ain’t nothin’ but a number. Go after what you want no matter how many candles are on your birthday cake. If you're in a similar situation, have questions, or would like to connect, you can find me on Instagram ⁠@travelwithmiv⁠ . This episode is an audible version of my blog. Read along at ⁠https://www.ciee.org/author/marissav⁠ . Ready to start your journey abroad with...

Making a change is scary but don’t let it stop you from exploring something new. Hi! I’m Marissa and this is how I transitioned to a life abroad in my 30s. If you're in a similar situation, have questions, or would like to connect, you can find me on Instagram @travelwithmiv . This episode is an audible version of my blog. Read along at https://www.ciee.org/author/marissav . Ready to start you...

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