How to become an expat… First published 20 Sept 2017 Updated 24 April 2020 One of the most common questions I get asked is, “How can I be
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Repatriation process: when is it time to go home?
How do you know when it’s time to go home? Making the decision to return home after time on international assignment is difficult. Whether you have lived abroad
Moving overseas: Owning the decision – Part 1
The reluctant expat woman Apparently, most – if not all – female expats are viewed as the ‘reluctant partner’ in an overseas move… You what now?! Would you
How to find the best pediatrician overseas
Helping your child bond with a new pediatrician abroad There are few relationships as important as the one between you, your child, and their pediatrician. Although you hopefully
5 top tips for moving abroad with children
We want to help make life easier for expat parents At Cigna Global, we understand that moving abroad with children can be a challenge, and we want to
Expats and mental health
Depression, anxiety and other expat mental health issues As we approach World Mental Health Day on 10th October 2019, I want to draw attention to an aspect of
Expat homesickness
How to cope with feeling homesick as an expat Moving to another country can be an incredibly rich experience, offering opportunities to immerse yourself in a different culture,
Is Colombia safe for expats?
Safety and security in Colombia Colombia (in general) and Medellin, Colombia (specifically) – I have lived in Medellin for just over two years and have visited various Colombian
The culture shock graph
Cultural adaptation Original article published 6th November 2012 Updated several times and republished 1st July 2019 Further to my generalised article about culture shock, I decided to expand
When you can’t say goodbye
So long, farewell, auf wiedersehen, goodbye… and sayonara Updated June 2019 The months of June and July are generally ‘moving on’ months for expats. This is usually because
