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Does Travel Really Promote Personal Growth? How Studying Abroad Enhanced My Sense of Purpose

Does Travel Really Promote Personal Growth? How Studying Abroad Enhanced My Sense of Purpose

by Ashley Abitz | Aug 7, 2024 | Italy, Personal Growth

When I decided to study abroad, I was going through a seriously low point in my life. I’d just broken up with my boyfriend of four years, I had no idea what I wanted to do after college (which was rapidly approaching), and I was experiencing some of the most...

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Young woman in an elegant off-the-shoulder dress sitting near a window, writing in a journal. She is surrounded by indoor plants and art.
Ashley Abitz

Currently an MFA student in creative writing at Emerson College, Ashley is dedicated to exploring the world and herself, sharing her journey of self-discovery and growth with young women everywhere. She aims to inspire and empower others to embrace their unique paths, leveraging travel and writing as powerful tools for personal transformation.

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