Im glad you made this video! Even though I knew of diplomats, for some reason it never occurred to me to look into it as a career.. like one of those far off jobs that only the high an mighty get chosen for . Thanks for the inspo!

@heymstraveler

3 жыл бұрын

If I can do it, anyone can. I'm glad you enjoyed the video!

As a first-year international relations student, you have become an inspiration to me as a person who doesn't have any background or connections to foreign affairs. I hope to achieve such dream as well. I have become a fellow subscriber.

@heymstraveler

16 күн бұрын

Welcome!!! Thank you so much for commenting! I am cheering you on. Are there any types of videos you would like to see?

I couldn’t hold my tears because your story was a dream come true. You had a few stumbles in your way journey but you demonstrated determination, persistence and working-hard and now it has paid off. I’m a believer of the lord too so I believe he was part of the plan. Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us. ❤️🙏🏼

@heymstraveler

3 жыл бұрын

Aww, thank you for sharing this with me. He is definitely part of the plan. The story is still being written :-). Thank you for watching and I hope you stay tuned!

Welcome to Brazil! May the Lord bless you in my land!

@heymstraveler

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

I'm an International Relations student and it's just my freshman year and I honestly lost my interest in why I'm doing what I'm doing. Honestly this video reminds why i wanted to study IR. Thank you so lich for doing this

@heymstraveler

3 жыл бұрын

Hello! Thank you for commenting. I made a video regarding what to do if you feel lost. It should be out soon. But, don't be hard on yourself, and give yourself grace and patience.

@ou6775

3 жыл бұрын

same javia. same

@user-hz3dx7cs5m

3 жыл бұрын

your words sound so familiar to me)) I'm also a freshman IR student

Love this video! I am 30 years old and finally want to chase my childhood dream of becoming a diplomat.

@heymstraveler

7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!!! You can definitely do it 😀 I am cheering you on!!!

I really want to be a diplomat and i didn't get any better video than this i hope we'll meet after 5 years thanks a lot for making me informed ❤

@heymstraveler

16 күн бұрын

Aww you can do it! Thanks so much for your comment! I am rooting you on. You can definitely do it!!!

Thank you!!!! I feel God is giving me a sign to pursue as a Foreign Service Officer🙏🏻❤️ take care and God bless you

@heymstraveler

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching and commenting! I hope you pursue your dreams :-)

Thanks for sharing this stories, I'm currently studying international relations and diplomacy, and also learning languages. You've inspired me.

May the Lord bless all that you are doing, you are an inspiration! Thank you for your insight.

@heymstraveler

16 күн бұрын

Wow thank you so much! May the Lord bless you too. Thank you for watching!!

This was a very inspirational video for me as I am a aspiring diplomat who's family is relatively poor and doesn't have political ties

@heymstraveler

11 ай бұрын

I am cheering for you! You can do it! Thanks for commenting.

Thank you for sharing your story! That was really powerful!!!!

@heymstraveler

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

I usually don’t comment on YT. I have to say I’m extremely proud of you especially as someone from Baltimore as well. This pumped me up ✊🏿😤

@heymstraveler

Жыл бұрын

Hi J Hall, thanks for commenting! Thank you so much! I'm glad it pumped you up 🙂

Absolutely love this. I always wanted to be a foreign service officer. Currently preparing to apply again within the next year. Thank you for the inspiration.

@heymstraveler

9 ай бұрын

That’s amazing!!! Cheering you on!

@heymstraveler

9 ай бұрын

You got this!

Thank you so much for posting your story! I’m graduating from college and have a had a similar experience of being good at science but not having nearly as much passion for it as the work of diplomacy sounds. Your journey is so inspiring and I feel confident that I can pursue start the journey. Thank you again ❤

@heymstraveler

Жыл бұрын

Thank you Kay!! Thanks for sharing. You can do it! Cheering you on.

I know this is an old video but the similarities between us are insane. I started college as pre-med, ended up transferring schools and changed to a double Sociology and history major, then dropped history and picked up IR as my second major. I’m about to graduate in a month and I’m moving to South Korea to teach ESL. I’ve been deciding on whether to go into a masters program for diplomacy after my initial year of teaching abroad. My goal all along has been to work in diplomacy or NGOs and I had someone just today tell me to look into being an FSO. I really liked your video and it’s definitely something for me to think about in the future. 😊

@heymstraveler

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Katie! Congratulations on your upcoming graduation! Thanks for watching. I wish you all the best during your time in S. Korea 🥰🥰I hope you stay tuned

I love this! I just recently discovered FSO positions and am shocked because it checks off all of my boxes for what I want to do with my career. Thank you for sharing your story and shoutout to you for being featured on the US department of State's website of featured FSO bloggers!

@heymstraveler

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for watching and leaving a comment! I hope you stay tuned :-). Wishing you all the best on your journey!

Your journey to becoming a diplomat is very interesting! Congratulations on your post in Brazil - I look forward to hearing about your work and experiences there.

@heymstraveler

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!! Stay tuned :-)

Thanks for sharing. This is awesome & oddly quite relatable for me! Good luck on your global journey.

@heymstraveler

Жыл бұрын

Hi! Glad it was relatable. I hope you stay tuned and wish you all the best too!

Thank you so much!!! Your words about comparing yourself to others and lacking the confidence to try really resonated with me! I am graduating undergrad with Political Science/Intl Relations degrees, a study abroad experience, and doing NALCAP next year, this makes me feel like I am going in the right direction :)

@heymstraveler

3 жыл бұрын

You're going in the right direction. Keep going and never compare yourself to anyone!! You are gold!

You really just blessed me with your testimony. I’m a dual citizen US/German working at the Frankfurt Consulate and I’m starting the foreign service interview process to move from the local side to a Direct Hire as a second career . So I’m gathering as much information as I can. I already appreciated your spirit in the beginning of the video , and then boom, sure enough, Jesus came out. :). Thanks for your joy and all the detailed information you provided. Blessings to you.

@heymstraveler

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Christopher! Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a thoughtful comment. That's wonderful! Cheering you on!!

@shelbyauterman9347

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Christopher! I'm about to graduate this spring with a major in International Relations and minor in German, and am very interested in your current work at the Frankfurt Consulate! Obviously this is a bit unorthodox, but I would love to talk to you and learn more about your field if possible! Please let me know if you're able to correspond with me; thank you! 😊

I’m from the DMV too and your story is so inspiring. I’m currently a freshman at NYU for media & culture but minoring in politics. Your video has helped me solidify whether i wanted to become a cnn broadcaster or diplomat🥹 thanks for sharing your story!

@heymstraveler

3 ай бұрын

That’s so wonderful!! Definitely explore all your options. Thanks for leaving a comment and watching ✨

Thank you for sharing your story. Keep up the wonderful videos!😊

@heymstraveler

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for commenting and watching!!

Listened from the beginning to the end as a sophomore college student who is also making the change from computer science. Your story is really inspiring and I hope to take a similar path as you!

@heymstraveler

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing! You definitely can do it and I'm cheering you on!

thank you for this! i wanna be a diplomat when I grow up!!

@heymstraveler

3 жыл бұрын

That's great!! I hope your wildest dreams are realized!

This is amazing!!! I feel like God is calling me to this. Thank you for sharing!

@heymstraveler

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Beautiful lady!!! Congrats and blessings!!

@heymstraveler

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

This is my dream career since high school. Thank you for posting this

@heymstraveler

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Robbie! Glad you enjoyed the video!

Thank you for your video! I am a Spaniard who loves languages and wants to work in international affairs too. Your video was so inspiring! 🥰

@heymstraveler

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Alma! Thank you so much for watching and commenting! I will be sure to upload more international affairs content in the future :-)

This is such an amazing and inspirational story! Not just for future Diplomats/IR majors, but for people of color or even people in general! You demonstrated how you kept going through setback to setback, and every time it seemed that you were closer to achieving what you wanted, something else would go wrong. However, instead of focusing on the negative aspects or setbacks, you looked for alternative ways to reach your path, even if it would take a year or more out of your life. There was always an opportunity somewhere if you looked hard enough and I believe there are so many disenfranchised people out there who need this type of positivity. It's definitely not going to be easy, and there's definitely going to be setbacks (depending on the person, some will have more than others), but as long as you keep your eye on the prize, keep telling yourself "everything's going to work out", especially in times where it might seem stupid to say so, everything really does seem to end up falling into place in the end, usually in ways that you will never expect, but pushing through hardships instead of dwelling on them will make the doors that open up much easier to see. Thank you for this extremely eye-opening and inspirational video, and I can't wait to see how high this growth mentally will bring you! And to everyone else: Keep Fighting

@heymstraveler

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for your thoughtful comment. I really appreciate you taking the time to leave me this note. It is encouraging. Keep fighting!

Thank you so much for sharing!

@heymstraveler

Жыл бұрын

You are so welcome! Thanks for commenting and watching!

Very inspiring, thank you!

@heymstraveler

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for watching! I hope you stay tuned!

What an amazing journey, thanks for sharing 🙏🏻

@heymstraveler

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! Hope you stay tuned :-)

Please check the description box. I share resources there.

This video has inspired me to pursue a career path in diplomacy, thank you so much!

@heymstraveler

3 жыл бұрын

Oh great! This is wonderful to hear. This is the main reason I decided to share my story. All the best! And thank you for watching and commenting!

I think this is confirmation :)Thank you for sharing x

Amazing!! Thank you for sharing. It is really motivated me

@heymstraveler

3 жыл бұрын

I'm glad it motivated you. Keep pursuing your dreams!

This is awesome! I’m in the interest of doing FSO so this is awesome! Thanks for sharing!

@heymstraveler

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and commenting! I hope you stay tuned 🙂

Omg im so inspire!! Im a first gen college student freshman in community college planning on transferring to a good school where I can accomplish at least half of the things you have!! I’m hoping this gives me more motivation to not give up my dreams to work in a embassy or representing America! You really did it with no privileges or so much experience like me so maybe I can too, THANK YOU!

@heymstraveler

9 ай бұрын

Aww I am cheering you on!!! You can do it!!

Amazing story! I’m glad to be part of the Rangel family ☺️

@heymstraveler

Жыл бұрын

Welcome! Thanks for commenting.

Inspirational! 😊Thank you for sharing.

@heymstraveler

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching!! Glad you enjoyed the video :-)

Sending you much love and positive vibes!

@heymstraveler

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!!! Thanks for watching and commenting!

You had me at beliver of God. 💕 I loved your video and you continue to inspire me to pursue my career in foreign service.

@heymstraveler

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for watching! I am glad that the video was inspirational :-) And yes, He makes all things possible.

I love this video It inspires me a lot I speak German and English and I’m aiming to be a diplomat I am inspired

@heymstraveler

3 ай бұрын

Cheering you on ✨✨✨!!!!! You can do it. Thanks for commenting.

Hearing you that you're a believer made me so happy. I'm waiting for God to give me these opportunities and I've learnt different things from your story. Thanks for sharing.

@heymstraveler

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Lewi! Thanks for watching and commenting. Yes, He gets all the glory. Cheering you on!!

Thank you I learned so much

@heymstraveler

3 жыл бұрын

I'm glad it was helpful!

This is such an amazing and inspiring story. I love this so much because I feel encouraged to continue to pursue this path of diplomacy. I am an international student pursuing a double major in International Studies and Spanish. I have been questioning a lot of things because of the decisions I have to make soon and watching this video has provided me with so much clarity. I have an internship in Spain this summer and I can't wait to see what this path has in store for me. Thank you so much and continue to share your stories!

@heymstraveler

2 жыл бұрын

Cheering you on!! I wish you all the best. Thanks for commenting.

Hi thank you for this, I am in my last year of college and I am looking to take the FSO test in a few years. your videos give me hope. I also studied abroad and this year I realized this is something I want to do,, I went to South Korea, Japan and Vietnam + two other countries and I absolutely loved all my experiences

@heymstraveler

7 ай бұрын

That sounds so amazing!! You are definitely on the right track l 😀😀 cheering you on !!

this is so inspiring. Thank you so much for sharing :)

@heymstraveler

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for watching Cayley! I hope you stick around :-)

Id love to become a diplomat too , your story is motivating me to get through my college years❤️❤️❤️

@heymstraveler

3 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! I’m glad it’s a good motivation 😄. Thanks for commenting!!

Thank you for sharing!

@heymstraveler

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching! I hope you stay tuned for more videos!

Really appreciate you sharing that

@heymstraveler

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! I appreciate your comment.

Omg that's a amazing history, and welcome to brazil I think that you'll love here .

@heymstraveler

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching! Obrigada!

Thank you for sharing your remarkable journey of uncertainty that ultimately led you to a career where you'll excel. A truly inspirational story that I will share with those both confused and/or dis-illusioned. Every closed door opens another of oportunity..... but only for those willing to take the risk. Congatulations for all you've achieved on the rocky road of uncertainty.

@heymstraveler

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Brandon for your comment! Yes, I liked when you said every closed door opens another opportunity for those willing to take the risk! Hope you stay tuned!

I just happened to open up my youtube app & your video was the 1st on my subscription list and I clicked on it before even realizing it was you (based on the title) lol! Thanks for all the information, your vibrant energy, and I look forward to our call tomorrow even more so! Have a great rest of the day + keep up the good work girl! -Angela

@heymstraveler

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!! I look forward to our conversation!

Thank you for this video. I'm buying the FSOT books today and going to start studying.

@heymstraveler

11 ай бұрын

Great! I’m rooting for you.😀

I graduated with a BS in political science and international relations and wound up teaching English and social studies but I hated it. I’m so glad I came across your video because I need a refresher. My first time out the country I went to South Africa and remember telling myself I would love to live there. I considered going into the military but I don’t think it’s for me and I feel so lost. Thanks so much for sharing.

@heymstraveler

Жыл бұрын

Hi Keisha! Thank you so much for sharing. I am absolutely cheering you on!

It’s really motivational. Thanks

@heymstraveler

3 жыл бұрын

Hello! Thank you for watching!

Your story is so awesome! This has inspired me to become a Diplomat and work for the Foreign Service! You’re channel was really a Godsend because I’m a senior in high school and your videos have really got me so interested, before this I had no idea what I wanted to go and study and had no true future aspiration. Hearing you talk about your experiences, jobs and opportunities truly made me feel like this what I want to do in my life! And God willing I will hopefully be able to achieve this! Thank you for making these videos, Chelsea. God bless you!!! ✝️🤍🙏🏼

@heymstraveler

3 жыл бұрын

Hello! Thank you for tuning in. Your comment means a lot. But this is exactly why I created this channel! Thank you for being apart of this community!

@heymstraveler

3 жыл бұрын

Is there any content you would like to see?

@alexkkx

3 жыл бұрын

@@heymstraveler Thank you for replying. Any content would be awesome! But I would love to see a “day in the life” video. Just to see your daily tasks and what the life of a foreign service officer really is like.

@heymstraveler

3 жыл бұрын

@@alexkkx Thank you for the suggestion! Stay tuned :-)

To see what I'm doing to prepare for my move abroad, check out the link below! kzread.info/dash/bejne/npptrcykY8bflpc.html

@estrellassoliloquies

3 жыл бұрын

Are diplomats allowed to make youtube videos about there daily life? Is it not a security concern? I'm curious..

@heymstraveler

3 жыл бұрын

@@estrellassoliloquies Hi there, thank you for commenting! While I won't be posting daily vlogs or house tours, I hope to share my travel experiences (when travel resumes) and information about international careers. Thanks for watching!!

Thank you for Sharing it is an inspirational story. God Bless you

@heymstraveler

9 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching!! May God bless you too

Feeling completely stuck in life, and my degree path. Thank you for the information.

@heymstraveler

2 жыл бұрын

Glad this could be helpful! Cheering you on!

THIS VIDEO IS WHOLESOME.

@heymstraveler

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!!! Thanks for watching !

Hi, My name is Mariana I’m 17 and I’m Brazilian. I found your video and instantly connect with you love history and experiences. My dream has always been to go to a American university, travel the word while working and understand more about the word, but I never thought that it would be possible for a person like me, from a country like mine, but your video show me that yes, yes I can, you inspired me so much, thank so much for shared your experience. I’m applying to Americans universities this year and I hope I get into one, and maybe onde day become a diplomat just like you ❤ (sorry if there is some writing mistakes)

Amazing video, thanks for all the info! I'm in "Ensino médio" here in Brazil and considering becoming a diplomat and your video helped a lot! I saw that you stayed right next to me in Rio, I am from Campos dos Goytacazes in the Rio state. But anyway hope you enjoy our country, wishing you all the best

@heymstraveler

2 жыл бұрын

Hello! You can do it! Thank you for leaving a comment and watching! Wishing you all the best.

I know you posted this two years ago, but I can relate so much to your experiences. I also started off as pre-med, though I switched to International Studies. I studied abroad in Korea and I also taught English abroad. I’m currently in the process of graduate applications so this video is so motivating. I also feel the urge to study too. Unfortunately I can’t qualify for any of the fellowships because I wasn’t aware that you could drop classes until Sophmore year 2nd semester, so my gpa doesn’t qualify me.

@sebastianluna1412

Жыл бұрын

What is the gpa requirement? Was not aware of this, I just started looking today and haven't come across a gpa requirement

@1XclusiveFBA

11 ай бұрын

❤

Hey!!! Inspiring journey. Nice to hear all your achievements. 👍

@heymstraveler

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Thank you for sharing ❤

@heymstraveler

11 ай бұрын

Anytime! Thanks for watching!

Wow this is great thank you Ma for this ❤️❤️

@heymstraveler

Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for watching!!

I can watch this over and over

@heymstraveler

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoy the video!

@breckmst

3 жыл бұрын

@@heymstraveler I just sent you a message on ig.... any suggestions on capoiera classes and is things opened up in Brazil if your still there..

keep going girl👊🏼💪🏼

@heymstraveler

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

Thank you for this video. As someone who recently graduated with a first class degree in IR i feel a bit hopeful.

@heymstraveler

9 ай бұрын

Yes!! You got it!! Thanks for watching

Thank you for your video, it's soo inspiring

@heymstraveler

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your comment! I’m glad you found it inspiring! 🎉

Great video,I got a little bit of guidance on what to research on becoming a diplomat

@heymstraveler

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your suggestion! Stay tuned.

I really love this story, I’m so glad that I found your channel. I’m currently a sophomore in college and working towards being a diplomat in the future too. I would love to connect with you.

@heymstraveler

3 жыл бұрын

Hi! Thank you! I am excited about your future :-). Sure, find my on IG (@heymstraveler) or shoot me an email, heymstraveler AT Gmail

Thank you so much for this video! I'm seriously and actively looking into this. I am a US permanent resident on track to receive citizenship in a couple of years. So I'm planning ahead and looking into study material. I'm an engineer in a cushy job. It's nice, but I can't see myself doing this for the rest of my life. Hopefully my lack of formal education in humanities/political sci. is not something that will hold me back!

@heymstraveler

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for commenting and watching! I wish you all the best.

Awesome story. Super inspiring taking the fsot for the third time this June. I live in Japan! Being abroad is a blessing and a great experience.

@mathewdaniels2640

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tips/sharing!

@heymstraveler

3 жыл бұрын

You got it! I'm cheering you on! And that is great that you are living in Japan. I hope to go there one day :-)

@heymstraveler

3 жыл бұрын

@@mathewdaniels2640 Thank you for watching!

Thank you so much for this !!

@heymstraveler

3 жыл бұрын

You're so welcome! Thank you for watching and commenting!

@sophiep.5811

3 жыл бұрын

Hola Sophia como rstas?

@sophiep.5811

3 жыл бұрын

Hola Sofy te quiero mucho

You answered my questions thank you

@heymstraveler

3 жыл бұрын

Great! I'm glad this was helpful!

Love this, I recently got my GED but also certifications in Political subjects. I hope I can make it through your process. I studied abroad in high school in South Korea through a scholarship and speak 4 languages. I dropped out my senior year after having a lot of people close to me pass away. I hope to use some of anything I learned to my advantage.

@heymstraveler

2 жыл бұрын

Cheering you on! I wish you all the best. You got this!!

thanks for the inspiration

@heymstraveler

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching and commenting!

OMG I am watching this because I am having a change of heart lol. My experience is kind of similar to yours. I took science and engineering in highschool thinking that I would be working in the STEM field, and I was wrong cuz everything is sooo hard for me. Now, I think im gonna switch to International Relations or International studies. Thank you for this video!

@heymstraveler

2 жыл бұрын

That's great!! Cheering you on!

I was a couple of points off on my FSOT, this gives me encouragement to try again. Thank you :)

@shadowmwo

9 ай бұрын

I heard that the FSOT isn't graded now?

@PotatoTomato0330

9 ай бұрын

@shadowmwo I don't know if it's changed this year, but last year it was still graded.

@heymstraveler

9 ай бұрын

You can do it! Cheering you on

I’ve been so lost in what I want to do in life!! This video helped me out a lot, thank you!!

@heymstraveler

3 жыл бұрын

I am glad this video helped! Thank you for letting me know!

Awesome. I loved it

@heymstraveler

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Wow you are inspiring!!! Becoming a diplomat has always been a dream of mine since high school (am now 24 and trying to figure out what to do with my life). I've been letting fear of failure to hold me back from trying. I also studied abroad in South Korea (reached intermediate in Korean) and am Latina so speak Spanish fluently. I've also been putting off applying for Rangel because I feel as if I am not qualified. Will apply this year and God-willing that I will do this!!! Thank you for these informational videos!! Would love to get in touch with you

@heymstraveler

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your kind note! You can definitely do it!! And apply!! Sure, you can drop me a message through my site heymstraveler dot com. Cheering you on!!

Omg, hope you like Brazil! Thank you for sharing your story.

@heymstraveler

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Luyza! Thank you for commenting and watching! So far, I am enjoying my experience in Brazil :-)

BTW you're such a brave person,worked in this and that company or organization but pursued your dream.Highly respectable person😊

@heymstraveler

16 күн бұрын

Thank you so much!! This means a lot. Hope you are well.

@HooriaAkhter......

16 күн бұрын

@@heymstraveler ❣

Just came across this video- I’m 17 from Texas, but I want to move to Canada and get an undergraduate degree in political science, then a law degree in immigration law. After that my plan was to apply to be an FSO, and, honestly it all felt like a pipe dream that would never happen, especially representing a country that I’m not from, but I just feel so inspired and empowered by this video and by your story. Thank you for sharing this! Your story and you as a person are amazing and I can only hope to work as hard as you did to achieve my dream. :)

@heymstraveler

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Gavin! Cheering you on! You can do it!!

Thank you!

@heymstraveler

Жыл бұрын

Hello! You're welcome!

Thanks for this story. I also came from a lower middle class here in the Philippines. Didn't know any diplomat and etc. But I did managed to pass the Foreign Tourism Officer assessment in my country. It was a far attempt but I've always wanted to be a diplomat and even took the Foreign service exam, though I know I am not really into the service part. I am glad though that I didn't stop even if the environment that I was in wasn't really into the diplomat thingy. Thanks for the inspo. ❤️

@heymstraveler

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching and taking the time to comment!

This is honestly my dream job and my goal but I don't really know how to get there. I feel like I have already missed the boat. I graduated in IR last year and I wasn't able to do any of the government internships during my undergraduate studies (not that I didn't do internships. I did 2). But listening to your story i here a lot of similarities. I worked at my schools study abroad office and am headed to teach abroad next week actually. Thank you for sharing your story! It's very encouraging. Sounds like I need to work on getting into that fellowship though 😭

@heymstraveler

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Jazzlyn! Congratulations on your graduation! That is something to be proud of. And you did not miss the boat by any means. Remember it's a marathon and not a sprint. Enjoy life. Take life one day at a time. And one day, you'll look up and say you've made it. For now, enjoy teaching overseas!

Hi Chelsea! (hope I wrote your name correctly) as a diplomat myself from Indonesia this video was very interesting to see how the journey of becoming a US diplomat is like. All the best to you, your career, and your channel. Your new subscriber and fellow diplomat, Lucky 😁🙏

@heymstraveler

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Lucky, thank you for watching! I just subscribed as well. I hope you have a wonderful New Year.

Thank you for this video, Chelsea! I appreciate you putting yourself out there and helping out people like me lol. I've been working as an engineer but looking to switch careers and get into Foreign Services. Any recommendations on Master's programs?

@heymstraveler

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching! I am glad the video helped. As for graduate programs, it depends on your interests. I studied international communication because I am interested in communicaions. It really depends. Cheering you on!

Thank you for this video! I graduated last year and have been on the fence about trying to apply for the foreign service. Would love to hear more about taking the FSOT/orals and the process of moving to your first post!

@heymstraveler

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the suggestion!

Hello! Im currently a senior high student and i feel a sense of connection with you through this video 😭 I’m studying in a hs that’s very focused on math & science just like you were. I was losing hope on whether or not i could continue to pursue diplomacy as a career but learning your journey to becoming a diplomat you motivated me again :) sadly only a few schools offer international studies/relations so I’m really hoping i can pass them 🥹

@heymstraveler

7 ай бұрын

Aww thank you for the kind note!! You got this! I am cheering you on !! And if you’re in the U.S. you don’t necessarily need to pursue IR as a major to become a diplomat. In fact there is not a specific college major or degree required at this time for u.s foreign service officers

@heymstraveler

7 ай бұрын

I am cheering you on!

You're really inspiring

@heymstraveler

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Fatima! Thank you so much! Hope you enjoy the content here 😊

Interesting! I think we were learning Spanish around the same time. I remember your videos from years ago. Nice to see you’re doing so well!

@heymstraveler

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for always tuning in! I hope you are doing well!!

Beautiful Chelsea 😍 congratulations 👏

@heymstraveler

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! Thanks for watching and I hope you stay tuned 🙂

Girlll this video came on my recommended for a reason!! I as well strongly believe in Jesus Christ and I’ve been praying over choosing the right major as an undergrad, I’ve chosen a major with the opportunity to study abroad and learn another language because I want to work in international relations as well! Thank you for sharing your experience I am so greatfull! God bless you!

@heymstraveler

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! 🙏🏽