Category: Mindset
“I want to live where there are other expats, at least at first,” many people say. This can be both a good and a bad idea.
If you leave your country for a long time, it might be hard to go back. Here’s why, and how to prepare.
Do you want to leave the US for political reasons? Avoid these common beliefs. They’ll trap you in the country that you’re trying to leave.
I left the US in 2010. Was it worth it? Yes. Here’s why.
If you’re depressed or anxious in your current country, will moving help? That depends.
I left the US and don’t regret it. Here’s how you can make sure that you’re seeing your country’s problems clearly before you make such a big decision.
Just when you think you’ve done everything the bureaucrats want, they ask you to perform another trick. Here’s how to stay sane when getting a visa.
There’s some controversy about the use of “expat” for a certain type of immigrant. Here are the definitions used on this site and why I like “foreigner.”
Don’t turn into a grumpy expat. These stoic principles will help you cope gracefully with challenges abroad.
Some people in the US say their life is bad due to politics or culture, and the solution is to move to Europe. Do you feel like that?…
Planning to move to another country? Have a happier experience by not doing the following. Mistake #1: Announce your plans “We’re moving to Country X!” you tell everyone…
Your ability to emigrate might depend on your ability to get health insurance or meet a government’s health standards. For example, New Zealand notoriously has these health requirements…
I’ve lived in “developing” and “developed” countries. You can probably guess which ones produce the pickiest eaters.
Less attachment makes cross-cultural life easier. Here’s how to avoid clinging to things and ideas when you’re moving abroad.