Life Abroad Isn’t the Problem—This Is
Tue Jan 20 2026
Why does life abroad feel harder than it should—even when you love where you live?So many people dream of moving abroad, but once the excitement fades, the day-to-day reality can feel overwhelming. It’s not usually one big thing, it’s the small frustrations that pile up. Things like missing familiar foods, struggling with healthcare systems, navigating schools, paperwork, or simply not knowing who to ask when something feels off.In this episode, we talk honestly about why life abroad feels harder than it should, what we miss from home, what we don’t miss at all, and, most importantly, what actually helps expats adjust and thrive once real life kicks in.This conversation isn’t about convincing anyone to move abroad. It’s about recognizing that most expats don’t fail because they chose the wrong country, they struggle because they don’t have the right support, information, or community.If you’re planning a move abroad, living overseas already, or somewhere in that messy middle, this episode will help you feel less alone—and more prepared.📌 Thinking about moving abroad but not sure where to start? You don’t have to figure this out alone.
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Why does life abroad feel harder than it should—even when you love where you live?So many people dream of moving abroad, but once the excitement fades, the day-to-day reality can feel overwhelming. It’s not usually one big thing, it’s the small frustrations that pile up. Things like missing familiar foods, struggling with healthcare systems, navigating schools, paperwork, or simply not knowing who to ask when something feels off.In this episode, we talk honestly about why life abroad feels harder than it should, what we miss from home, what we don’t miss at all, and, most importantly, what actually helps expats adjust and thrive once real life kicks in.This conversation isn’t about convincing anyone to move abroad. It’s about recognizing that most expats don’t fail because they chose the wrong country, they struggle because they don’t have the right support, information, or community.If you’re planning a move abroad, living overseas already, or somewhere in that messy middle, this episode will help you feel less alone—and more prepared.📌 Thinking about moving abroad but not sure where to start? You don’t have to figure this out alone. 🌍 Join the Expat Livin Community Get clarity, real guidance, and support from people who are actually living this life. 👉 https://expatlivin.com/community 🧭 Need hands-on, done-for-you help? Our Relocation Concierge Service is for individuals and families who want expert support with visas, housing, logistics, and planning—without the overwhelm. 👉 https://expatlivin.com/relocation-concierge 📍 Follow Expat Livin for real talk about life abroad: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/expat_livin/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/expatlivin?locale=es_ES TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@expat_livin YouTube Shorts: https://www.youtube.com/@ExpatLivinShorts Website: https://www.expatlivin.com