5 ways to cope with homesickness in Korea Posted : 2021-01-12 15:39 By Yolissma Vance Last year was definitely one for the books. Everyone who had big plans for 2020 experienced new levels of disappointment. Forced to separate our needs from our wants, we all had to stop, recalibrate and learn to be better at being grateful. We found ways to offer support for each other through online counseling and talking through our tough times with those closest to us. Especially for foreigners in Korea, the isolation brought on by social distancing can take its toll and increase feelings of homesickness. So here are five tips for staying safe, healthy and mentally and spiritually sound in 2021.