2. "Home is where your underwear is"

Trial & Error & Error Podcast

In this episode of Trial and Error, hosts Ale and LJ explore the multifaceted concept of home. From personal anecdotes of moving across continents to cultural insights on migration, they delve into what it truly means to find and define home. With stories from Habitat for Humanity and reflections on their own journeys, they discuss how home can be both a physical place and a feeling tied to people and experiences. Tune in for a heartfelt conversation that resonates with anyone who has ever pondered the meaning of home.

Takeaways

• Home is a subjective concept that varies for each individual.
• Migration statistics show that a significant portion of the population is moving to new countries.
• Personal experiences shape our understanding of home.
• Home can be defined by relationships and the people we surround ourselves with.
• Cultural transitions can make the idea of home more complex.
• The definition of home can evolve over time as life circumstances change.
• Home is not just a physical space but also an emotional one.
• Creating a sense of home in a new place requires effort and intention.
• Having friends in different places can enrich the concept of home.
• Home can be wherever you feel comfortable and happy.

Resources:

https://dictionary.cambridge.org/dictionary/english/home; https://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=home&page=1; https://worldmigrationreport.iom.int/msite/wmr-2024-interactive/; https://www.habitat.org/stories/what-does-home-mean-to-you; https://meaningofhome.ca/entries/70714?; https://meaningofhome.ca/entries/province;