The places were amazing, of course, but what made my whole five-month stay in Japan as an exchange student so memorable goes beyond the places. There were the people, and the culture and tradition prevalent in the country. My host family, on a very cold evening of December.

It has often been said that goodbyes are not easy. As this is the last entry of Everyday Idealists, we wish to not just bid goodbye. Rather, we wish that you continue to look for avenues of inspiration. We wish that you continue to challenge yourselves to grow and to be Everyday Idealists. Lastly, influence others to take part of your ideas and ideals. As you live out what it is you truly believe in, make small changes within your community to better it.

But we have this sense of sadnes.