Alena Zhdanava

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Finding Myself Elsewhere

When Alena’s burning desire to explore the world and experience foreign cultures takes told, she leaves her home country of Belarus. Sustained by her thirst to acquire knowledge through studying, and a willingness to work at many different jobs, she takes every opportunity to travel to as many countries as possible.

Traveling alone does not daunt her, neither does working or studying in strange lands. But will living in eight different countries and traveling to dozens more across five continents, bring her to the place where she finally has a true sense of belonging?

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When Heart Finds Home

When Alena’s plan to pursue a PhD suddenly falls apart upon moving to Malaysia, following her Master’s in South Korea and an internship in Australia, she refuses to give up. Instead, she embraces a new opportunity, taking a teaching position at a language center in Kuala Lumpur. While working, she seizes every chance to travel, exploring Southeast Asia and immersing herself in its vibrant cultures, landscapes, and adventures. With each new country, her thirst for discovery grows stronger, and soon she’s planning a grand journey across South and North America. But just as she feels ready to leave Malaysia, destiny intervenes with a newfound love. Now, torn between wanderlust and romance, will Alena choose to stay – or leave it all behind?

Roam and Return

Embarking on a whirlwind journey from Malaysia to the far reaches of South and North America, Alena leaves behind a newly found relationship, unsure if it will endure the distance. Despite reuniting with her partner in Brazil and Argentina, their relationship is tested as Alena ventures solo through five additional countries. From the rugged Andes by bus to the expansive highways of the US on a road trip, she and her partner navigate the highs and lows of their long-distance bond — tested by differing perspectives and the strains of Alena’s constant movement. After nearly a year of soul-stirring adventures, she faces a pivotal choice: return to Malaysia to build a life with her partner, or continue her quest for self-discovery on her own terms.