Tips for Starting a New Life Abroad

Published: Feb. 9, 2021, 6:16 a.m.

b'10 years ago, Michelle Alexander left the U.S. and landed in Brisbane, Australia. She\\u2019s since built a life and community, but it wasn\\u2019t always easy. In this episode, we talk about how Michelle planted new roots halfway across the world, the perspective that helped her embrace her new life, what she learned about herself from living in a different culture/country, and how living abroad has redefined her idea of home. We also talk about:\\n\\nSome of the best things about being an expat.\\n\\n\\nHow to build community and successfully make the\\xa0transition.\\n\\n\\nHow to overcome cultural differences and language barriers.\\n\\n\\nWhy having a good immigration/migration agent is key.\\n\\n\\nWhat it\\u2019s like having Christmas in the middle of summer.\\n\\n\\nHow Australia\\u2019s \\u201cmateship\\u201d approach to COVID kept life mostly normal in Brisbane.\\n\\n\\nWhat Michelle considers one of the most stunning places in Australia.\\n\\n\\xa0\\nLinks\\nLearn more:\\xa0@chelle_alexander\\nexplorerinyou.com'