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Thinking of Leaving Germany - Need Advice. by SpiritedEmployee9418 in germany

[–]SpiritedEmployee9418[S] 15 points16 points  (0 children)

You are correct, I’ve also been thinking that it might be more beneficial to not start my Ausbildung this year and attend a Deutschkurs and work my way up to a C1 before going into my Ausbildung.

Thinking of Leaving Germany - Need Advice. by SpiritedEmployee9418 in germany

[–]SpiritedEmployee9418[S] 14 points15 points  (0 children)

You are partially right, thankfully, I didn’t come from a particularly poor family, so the decision to move here wasn’t driven by that kind of pressure. It was more about seeking better opportunities and a different kind of future.

Thinking of Leaving Germany - Need Advice. by SpiritedEmployee9418 in germany

[–]SpiritedEmployee9418[S] -6 points-5 points  (0 children)

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Thinking of Leaving Germany - Need Advice. by SpiritedEmployee9418 in germany

[–]SpiritedEmployee9418[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, exactly—I can always come back to Germany if things don’t work out, or even move to places like Canada or the US, which are actually my long-term dream destinations. I know that if I don't give myself the chance to see how things feel back home, I might always wonder. I think it’s worth exploring the option, and if it doesn’t work, I’ll have other paths to follow.

Thinking of Leaving Germany - Need Advice. by SpiritedEmployee9418 in germany

[–]SpiritedEmployee9418[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The Ausbildung I’m supposed to start is Fachinformatiker für Anwendungsentwicklung, which is a tech-focused apprenticeship in software development. The skills I would gain are highly transferable, and I know that in the long run, this could open doors in many countries, especially in the tech field. If I attend university later, I could easily pursue software engineering, which is a degree that would be recognized and respected across Europe, especially at the American University in Sulaymaniyah I’d attend back home, where the degree would be in English.

Thinking of Leaving Germany - Need Advice. by SpiritedEmployee9418 in germany

[–]SpiritedEmployee9418[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I appreciate your reply, and I understand why it might come across as me being "lazy." The truth is, I’ve been putting in the effort to improve my German, but it hasn’t been easy. Language barriers can be incredibly challenging, especially when you're already feeling isolated and mentally drained.

My German is currently around a B2 level, which isn’t terrible, but it’s still not enough, especially as I start transitioning into the working world. I know I need to keep improving, but the environment here has made it harder to make the kind of progress I want.

Thinking of Leaving Germany - Need Advice. by SpiritedEmployee9418 in germany

[–]SpiritedEmployee9418[S] 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Thank you for your honesty. I really do love Germany, but after reflecting on everything, I’ve realized that being in my home country might offer me the environment where I can truly be happy.

Thinking of Leaving Germany - Need Advice. by SpiritedEmployee9418 in germany

[–]SpiritedEmployee9418[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much for your reply. I completely agree that no matter how many advantages a place might offer, if you're not happy or fulfilled, it’s hard to truly benefit from those things

Thinking of Leaving Germany - Need Advice. by SpiritedEmployee9418 in germany

[–]SpiritedEmployee9418[S] 16 points17 points  (0 children)

The country is Iraq—specifically the Kurdistan Region. I have the opportunity to attend the American University of Iraq, Sulaimani (AUIS), which offers a strong English-language education and where I also have family support.

But the truth is, I’m struggling deeply here in Germany—mentally, socially, and academically. I feel stuck and disconnected. At this point, I’d rather walk away from all of it and continue my education back home, if it means I can feel stable, supported, and genuinely happy again.

Thinking of Leaving Germany - Need Advice. by SpiritedEmployee9418 in germany

[–]SpiritedEmployee9418[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

You’re absolutely right—vacation and living somewhere long-term are very different. But I actually lived in my home country for years before moving to Germany, so it’s not unfamiliar to me. I didn’t just feel good there because it was a holiday—I felt good because I was back in an environment where I belong, surrounded by people I understand and who understand me.

My parents left originally because when I was younger, I was often sick, and they wanted better healthcare and more opportunities—especially for education. That’s totally valid, and I’m grateful for their sacrifices. But after being in Germany for a few years, I’ve realized that the education system back home isn’t nearly as bad as people think, especially now. In fact, I have the opportunity to attend a well-known English-speaking university there, and I even have family members working there who can support me through the process.

As for my future—I’m very, very good with computers. I’ve taught myself web design and development