Q&A: On being a Third Culture Kid (TCK) and finding a sense of belonging

DEAR DIANA: I'm a Third Culture Kid (TCK) who is feeling rootless, lost, and overwhelmed. Growing up in both Europe and the USA has left me struggling with my identity. I don’t feel like I fully belong in either place. Additionally, maintaining relationships is hard because I travel a lot. I fear getting attached to people because I want to avoid the pain of having to say goodbye. How can I deal with these emotions and find a sense of belonging? How can I embrace my background and find home at the same time? How can I overcome the fear of opening myself up to meaningful deep relationships when I know they will not last? —TCK SEEKING BELONGING