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
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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
Repatriation struggles
Which is harder: moving abroad or coming home? I asked the question above on my social media, exactly one year after my repatriation to the UK having lived
Expat family health insurance
Global health insurance considerations for expat families Packing up and moving abroad is no small decision. The stress of moving to a new country and leaving your current
Is moving abroad is the right decision for you?
Have you been offered an opportunity to move overseas? Are you considering accepting a job offer abroad? Need help to decide if this move is right for you? Is
Settle your child into a new home – quickly!
10 tips to help your child feel at home anywhere The first few days in a new home can be disconcerting. The first few days in a new
Focus on the expat family
Staying connected with family After moving abroad, everything changes – and sometimes, even family dynamics do, too. After settling in, some families grow closer, others further apart. We
