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Yes, 2020 created all kinds of havoc, headaches, tears, and chaos, but for me, it taught me so much, and I am so thankful.

I walked away from my job, started a company, and decided to live nomadically.

I went to Afghanistan from Nebraska, USA. This was my return to living internationally after a two-year break.

As you start your journey, always keep in mind your purpose for your move.

However, while living abroad, you may also grapple with other isms that feel and resemble #racism.

Often as expats, we move to a place where we do not know anyone. Strangers, locals or other expats become our friends and family.

Expat Life is not all roses; it has the thorns too. Expats can face day-to-day challenges or one-in-a-lifetime situations.

Expat Life can help unlock your purpose while maximizing your quality of life.

No one tells you about the tedious and painstaking process of immigration paperwork until after you start experiencing them.

Singapore is an island, country, and city all in one. Literally, the place is busy 24/7.

Your sense of adventure, love of travel, and business sense have allowed you to work from anywhere.

As an expat, I have lived in many places and in one now, where the mere concept of social distancing is foreign.

Being location-independent and a digital #entrepreneur does not mean I am on an endless vacation and have given myself a fancy title.

I miss my expat lifestyle in the UAE. I would love to work there again.

How have you attempted to learn the local language (s) or dialect(s) of your location?

When people talk about learning a language, they often forget to mention that it is hard work. Not everyone is a natural linguist.

When people talk about learning a language, they often forget to mention that it is hard work. Not everyone is a natural linguist.

Expat Life - Five (5) Types of Crises & Ten (10 ) Preparation Ideas. Your best plan is being proactive and ready, not reactive.

It is not uncommon that there is a sense of loneliness and isolation that can occur during your expat journey.

No one tells you about the challenges of making and keeping connections until after you start experiencing them.