I am excited to work in Doha. But when I arrive this morning in my accomodation, the homesick feeling came in.. I just cried. I know this is what I want maybe I just miss my family. Alone in a country with no friends is difficult. :( WHAT TO DO?
hi alexie! i am also about three months old here in qatar and sometimes, feeling quite the same.. just dont entertain that homesickness. go out and explore your new environment.. maybe we can get along some time.. :)
yeah gradually i can able used to it here..actually i dont have friends yet that i might say..still testing waters..hehehe!!but now really im so happy to be part of FILEX...clap!clap!clap! hehehehe
Do not cry. we are all here for u, at least virtually for the moment :) being away from home and family is not easy but soon u ll get used to everthing and within 2 months u ll start even wondering where the hell ur feelings are koz u wont be emotional like before. smile
i arrived yesterday and was jet lagged from my flight and when I saw my accomodation I was relatively happy. But today having the whole day to myself, I feel a little homesick and isolated. But lets see how my first week goes!
Just stay calm Alexie, there are a number of pure racist and rude people on QL, just watch out for them!
Apart from that you should be ok. You just have to get used to this place pretty quickly. The summers are very depressing here, if you manage to survive one you will be ok..:)
No you don't have to be in Qatar before you become a member or to be a member of QL... don't get worked up... different people, different perceptions...relax and enjoy your stay in Doha & QL...:)
Cabbage I have just arrived here yesterday, I started signing up for QL years ago when I got my first JOB OFFER but it didn't push thru.... there satisfied?
I would be following your advice CG28. I know that there are a lot of culture diferences but that would be ok coz I'm open to observe and respect other culture :)
Well U Could Eat 'Khubus' Local Bread Inflate Ur Belly Sleep Tight As The Weather Here Is Quite Hot Nowadays and Will Remain Hot For the Next Comming 8 Months Get Ur A/C Serviced (If Its Not) As It Will Remain U r Best Freind Thought The Comming Days ... Get A Satellite Connection Watch Stupid TV Serials And Kill The Tyme Dude
The Best way to kill Time is socialised if not or unbale may be because of less friend other preety option is Malls, movie, dinner outside this shall help to kill your time and would give stoppage in your thought process.
alexie, you will note that the work culture here is also different.
i would suggest that you allow yourself 3-6 months to fully understand the company and the work culture. this way, you will gradually start liking your work and by the time you realize, it will be time to go an a vacation :)
there are lots of things good abt living in qatar - the most important being the money you save! look at the positive side of live, and take it slow and steady. dont jump into conclusions in a couple of days experience.
Everyone feels the same for the first few days. once you start working and meet people, you will feel better - but you'll always miss the family. Such is the expat life :o)
I guarantee you will have numerous offers of coffee, and as prettyice has just pointed out, they will have probably already started. Just be careful and take your time ;)
Building your social circle is going to need to be one of your top priorities. Keep interacting here on QL and you will very quickly identify genuine people who can help you get this started. But watch out for stalkers! Be careful who you agree to meet for a coffee.
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that would be nice angel_surfer :)
PM me we can have chichats in a cafe or something :))
hi alexie! i am also about three months old here in qatar and sometimes, feeling quite the same.. just dont entertain that homesickness. go out and explore your new environment.. maybe we can get along some time.. :)
in no time you'll get used to it..just be careful esp when you're alone..though doha is relatively safe compared to other gulf countries..good luck..
yeah gradually i can able used to it here..actually i dont have friends yet that i might say..still testing waters..hehehe!!but now really im so happy to be part of FILEX...clap!clap!clap! hehehehe
cry agin, then try to be strong
welcome to Doha, please feel free to send me email if you need any thing
See all are glad to here some ranting and raving news from All. We will help together here in QL.
Chill out! :)
Do not cry. we are all here for u, at least virtually for the moment :) being away from home and family is not easy but soon u ll get used to everthing and within 2 months u ll start even wondering where the hell ur feelings are koz u wont be emotional like before. smile
and thanks for the FILEX family for a wonderful welcome here..
AVOID CAPS LOCK ALEXIE!!! ooooppppsss avoid caps lock alexie ;) My bad, Give it time you will be alright look at grace she's ok now, right grace? :)
welcome to the homesick club...just kidding!!welcome to doha!!! :)
Many comments these all good experience 4u wellcome Doha .............!
i arrived yesterday and was jet lagged from my flight and when I saw my accomodation I was relatively happy. But today having the whole day to myself, I feel a little homesick and isolated. But lets see how my first week goes!
welcome to doha guys! welcome to the real world! sucks! lolz enjoy your stay!
Hey girls.... Are you all good?
Alexie, its fine.. I hope you are feeling way better now.. :)
Grace, welcome to Doha and QL! Enjoy your stay here.. :)
the smell tlga??
anyways thanks and welcome to me in DOHA!!! hehehehe
i thought it was about bad odors and smell..
BI's!
ahhhmmm..... flor1212 u mean GOOD smell? ;-p
and friends. And I mean GOOD!
by the way welcome kabayan grace...
its natural mga girls.. time in time u will get used to it.. the thing to worry about is the heat ;-(
same situation just arrived last Saturday only,,super lonely moments too when Im on my room..huhuhu
there you go:) There is a goodness in everyone...
Super thank you to BISDAK,HAPPYGOLUCKY,TIME BANDIT,MILKYBARKID and PENOY.
Have a lovely day :))
takecare!
Keep talking ;) to pass the time...express your feelings in Ql many people would love hear them :) Chill!
Just stay calm Alexie, there are a number of pure racist and rude people on QL, just watch out for them!
Apart from that you should be ok. You just have to get used to this place pretty quickly. The summers are very depressing here, if you manage to survive one you will be ok..:)
Cup of tea anyone?
No you don't have to be in Qatar before you become a member or to be a member of QL... don't get worked up... different people, different perceptions...relax and enjoy your stay in Doha & QL...:)
relax... watch the blood pressure kabayan.. dont mind the Negativity and Criticism..;-p
best move is to go back home!
please do not shout, it is rude and childish.
TO CLEAR IT UP :)
I HAVE BEEN A MEMBER OF QL YEARS AGO DURING MY FIRST JOB OFFER, IT DIDN'T PUSH THRU HOWEVER FOR SOME REASON...
AND NOW I'M FINALLY HERE.
DO U HAVE TO BE IN QATAR BEFORE U BECOME A MEMBER OF QL???
HOPE THIS CLEARS EVERYTHING UP!
HAVE A GREAT DAY EVERYONE....
DIDN'T KNOW THERE IS SO MUCH NEGATIVITY AND CRITICISM IN THIS WORLD.
THANK YOU FOR ALL THOSE WHO GAVE THEIR ADVICES, IT CHEERED ME UP ^^
Cabbage I have just arrived here yesterday, I started signing up for QL years ago when I got my first JOB OFFER but it didn't push thru.... there satisfied?
I dont know how the OP says she is here for a job. Since when the rules changed in Qatar to employ children?? Isn't it child exploitation then?
I forgot to tell you...be careful...don't just trust anybody.
Just be strong. Homesickness is normal. You will feel it till the 6th month. Just always focus your mind that you came in Qatar for a purpose.
wrong post
did the OP say this was her first day in work? yea the OP did say :(
I'm confused too You've been a member for 2 yrs before coming here!!!!!!!!!
I joined up 3 months before I was coming but what took you two yrs to get here??
*Confused Stare*
With you being a member of QL for 2 years and 45 days and with 25 posts I am shocked that you are shocked and home sick.
I would have thought you would have seen, read and known enough not to be shocked lol
this should be fun...lol
Noted :)
Beware of Dracula. He sees all and knows all.
I don't understand what your saying dracula...
That's ok if u don't want to tell. thanks anyway!
you have had your vacation and came back to work in Doha. so try to mixed up with your old buddies. there are lots of interesting people in QL.
*Confused Stare*
The one who's now on line on QL and maybe reading your post! :)
Khubus is the arabic bread... It comes in round shape. :)
I have a lot of boss back there.. which boss?
I would be following your advice CG28. I know that there are a lot of culture diferences but that would be ok coz I'm open to observe and respect other culture :)
thanks again!
Thank you Qatartalks for the insights!
why only me-thanks too! I'm curious of khubus :0
Your new boss!
:)
Why would I change my Avatar? I am the one in the avatar... Who is our common friend Dracula?
Well U Could Eat 'Khubus' Local Bread Inflate Ur Belly Sleep Tight As The Weather Here Is Quite Hot Nowadays and Will Remain Hot For the Next Comming 8 Months Get Ur A/C Serviced (If Its Not) As It Will Remain U r Best Freind Thought The Comming Days ... Get A Satellite Connection Watch Stupid TV Serials And Kill The Tyme Dude
The Best way to kill Time is socialised if not or unbale may be because of less friend other preety option is Malls, movie, dinner outside this shall help to kill your time and would give stoppage in your thought process.
alexie, you will note that the work culture here is also different.
i would suggest that you allow yourself 3-6 months to fully understand the company and the work culture. this way, you will gradually start liking your work and by the time you realize, it will be time to go an a vacation :)
Thats the way it works here!
yes that's my main goal CG28.
Will look on the bright side :))
thanks!
My friendly advice: change the avatar!
Awww! Thanks Alexie :) Sure we can be friends.. :)
there are lots of things good abt living in qatar - the most important being the money you save! look at the positive side of live, and take it slow and steady. dont jump into conclusions in a couple of days experience.
good luck!
Thank you Brit expat :))
yes reality check that is how life is. Good to hear from people who has been there as well.
@Dracula--we do? Who would that be?
alexie, (If you are the one from the avatar) we have a common friend! :)
Everyone feels the same for the first few days. once you start working and meet people, you will feel better - but you'll always miss the family. Such is the expat life :o)
that's noted TIME BANDIT :)
I will make that my first priority and thank you for the insights. well said!
PRETTYICE-yes it did help, I feel better now. Thanks also to you. You are nice :)
Dracula-- How did u know that line? that's from my Facebook account and on my profile. Do i know you?
Thank you prettyice. That's noted :))
Hope we can be friends, you seem real. takecare.
I guarantee you will have numerous offers of coffee, and as prettyice has just pointed out, they will have probably already started. Just be careful and take your time ;)
Check your PM, you might be receiving unwanted friendship offer.. hehehe...
Just be careful.. :)
I hope you are feeling better now.. :)
Thanks saxon1 ,i am here and prettyice :) I needed that boost..
saxon1-may God be with you too :)
i am here-already smiling thanks to you!
pretty ice-yes this too shall pass, hope soon. thanks dear.
Building your social circle is going to need to be one of your top priorities. Keep interacting here on QL and you will very quickly identify genuine people who can help you get this started. But watch out for stalkers! Be careful who you agree to meet for a coffee.
:)
Feeling nostalgic eh.. its just your first day, you will be fine as days goes by.. :)
keep smiling buddie.. belive d worst is yet to come.. :D.. cheeroo......
you need to mixup as fast as possible. but be guided in making friends. u know its a new environment. may god be with.