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Eric P.

Teach In Spain Program
Hometown: San Diego, California

Eric is a Language Assistant at a vocational school for the Comunidad de Madrid. Eric is a recent UCLA graduate, writer of short fiction and screenplays, tennis player, filmmaker, and chef. Read his posts to explore the literary, cinematic, and epicurean corners of Madrid and learn how to navigate living abroad for the first time.

Posts

The Day You Leave Madrid

By Eric P.

How you say goodbye to Madrid is in many ways how you say hello. You walk the streets, you drink in plazas, and you realize you did something right to wind up here.

Madrid's Best Bookstores

By Eric P.

Throughout its history, Madrid has been home to Spain’s best literary minds. The Spanish capital inspired these writers who in turn inspired the city. Today, Madrid remains home to a vibrant literary community with bookstores around every corner.

How Living Abroad Changes Your Brain

By Eric P.

Not only does living abroad deepen your self confidence, it enhances your creativity, boosts civic engagement, and even increases employability. In this post, I will explore the science behind how living abroad changes your brain.

Missed Metros & Other Mishaps of Living Abroad

By Eric P.

You decided to teach English in Spain. Your signature is on the dotted line. The decision is made; there is no turning back now. You’re excited for what’s to come but nervous, too. Maybe mostly nervous.

4 Theaters You Must Visit in Madrid

By Eric P.

From former X-rated film screenings to beautiful salmon facades, explore four theaters you must visit while living in Madrid.

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