春节回不了家？这样过年也可以！
As the Spring Festival arrives, it’s common to feel more homesick than usual, especially if you’re studying in other parts of the world. If you’re staying alone for the Spring Festival and feeling down about it, here are some tips to help you avoid holiday sadness and stress.
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No matter what you do on the Spring Festival, make sure to have a video chat session with your family — perhaps during the New Year’s Eve dinner. Set up your webcam (网络摄像机) on your kitchen table and enjoy your meal while sharing jokes and smiles with your family ... It won’t be the same as being there in person, but it’s still great.
Mail gifts to your family
This obviously requires a tiny bit of planning in advance, but it could well be worth the effort (only if you can afford the shipping costs though). Send your family New Year gifts by air-mail or online shopping to let them know that you’re thinking of them this year even though you can’t be physically there ... Make sure you do this early enough though!
Crash a friend’s family home
It’s perfectly natural to feel embarrassed at the prospect of spending the Spring Festival with someone else’s family, especially if you’re a shy person. You might think you’d rather be alone than join in, but don’t forget that your friend wouldn’t have invited you if they didn’t want you there. It’s also a great chance to share your own holiday traditions with your hosts.
Link up with friends in the same situation
You’re probably not the only Chinese student spending the Spring Festival alone. You can organize a small get-together with those people you know. Ask around, create a Facebook event, and be spontaneous. And while you may not know these people very well right now, you probably will by the time you eat Chinese dumplings together.
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