Can you imagine leaving where you are raised and blaze a completely new trail? Meet Emily Kazungu. She is a fabulously interesting person and you are in for a treat as she immediately resonates her passion to make a difference in this world. Emily is from Kenya and came to America as an international student. We talk about the process and how she managed—as well as a little insight into the VISA process. We talk of some of the culture shocks she experienced from Southern accents and what she knew from TV shows. Every day for her is a new discovery. We get into where Emily is today and what her plans are for the future. It will open your eyes— As a young adult woman, Emily is in Kenya right now and she is continuing to grow herself personally and professionally. This episode stretches what we know and what we are familiar with day in and day out. I didn’t edit some of my own heartbreak that Emily and I talk about her leaving the US and her disappointment and the difficult period. She prepared herself for anything to happen as she knew the opportunities would not be the same. She never approached her life as being braze—she is curious and has a need and desire to learn.There are life lessons and characteristics that Emily gained in her family. Her advice to international students is to embrace the unknown and the experiences that are coming your way. This young professional is a true believer in herself and says that not worrying about what others think of her allows her to go forward and embrace the moments right in front of her with trust. Emily has videos on her YouTube Channel which she created for a space of information and laughs. Go follow her there. Tune in for this episode!Music “STOMP” is used by permission of the artist Donica Knight Holdman and Jim Huff
Music "STOMP" used by permission of artist Donica Knight Holdman and Jim Huff
