What Its Like to Be An Expat in Asia

Published: Dec. 15, 2020, 6:14 a.m.

b'Curious about the expat lifestyle and what daily life is like in other places around the world during this unprecedented time? My guest, Ari Watkins, is sharing her perspective on being an expat for the past 5+ years and what daily life has looked like in Thailand in 2020. You\\u2019ll hear Ari\\u2019s insights about how to understand and embrace cultural differences, how she deals with anxiety and depression abroad, and what being an Asian-American in Asia has taught her about identity and privilege. Many of us can\\u2019t travel right now, but this episode brings the destination to you. \\xa0\\nWe also talk about:\\n\\nLessons learned living abroad for 5+ years.\\n\\n\\nThe Thai phrase that captures the attitude one needs to live abroad.\\n\\n\\nHow being an expat has helped her to own her individuality and embrace who she is.\\n\\n\\nHow finding the things that bring her joy and therapy helped her deal with depression and anxiety.\\n\\n\\nHow COVID is being handled in Thailand \\xa0and Malaysia.\\n\\n\\nWhat daily life has been like this past year.\\n\\n\\nWhat being an Asian-American in Asia has taught her about her identity.\\n\\nLinks\\nLearn more: alongwithari.com\\nexplorerinyou.com'