I’m Sarah, 29, originally from Manchester, UK. I used to teach English literature at a secondary school back home. I loved my students, but between overcrowded classrooms, constant testing, and an overwhelming workload, I started questioning if this was really the life I wanted.
During a school break, I took a solo trip to Thailand — just to clear my head. Phuket was the last stop on my itinerary, and something about the sea breeze, the vibrant markets, and the warm people made me feel like I could finally breathe again.
Back in Manchester, everything felt grey — in more ways than one. So I started looking for opportunities to teach abroad and quickly found a position at an international school in Phuket.
With the help of
https://thailand-real.estate/, I found a cozy, modern apartment just 15 minutes from the school and walking distance from the beach.
Now, I teach motivated students from around the world, have time to enjoy life, and feel inspired again. I spend my weekends exploring the islands, eating the best street food I’ve ever had, and finally writing the novel I always put off.