The Move Abroad Coach Podcast

#84 Scared to Move Abroad? Unpacking the Fears Lurking in Your Suitcase šŸ‘»

ā€¢ Season 1 ā€¢ Episode 84

Ever feel like moving abroad is stirring up more monsters than excitement? In todayā€™s special Halloween episode, weā€™re dusting off those ā€œunder-the-bedā€ fears, shedding some light on the scariest "what-ifs" around moving abroad, and arming you with the truth to face them head-on.

I asked my Instagram community to share their biggest fears about moving abroad, and today, weā€™re tackling the most bone-chilling responses, including:

  • "What if I donā€™t make friends and end up feeling completely isolated?"
  • "What if I lose my job or burn through my savings?!"
  • "What if I struggle with the language and feel like I donā€™t fit in?"
  • "Can I really leave my family behind without feeling haunted by guilt?"

Join me as we unpack these anxieties with a healthy dose of humor, some personal tales from my own adventures, and practical advice for turning these creepy concerns into manageable steps. 

šŸŽƒ Spoiler alert: these fears might look big and spooky, but they're easier to handle than they seem.

Ready to shine a flashlight on the truth about moving abroad? Hit play and letā€™s get those hidden monsters out in the open!

Happy Halloween! šŸ‘»

Resources Mentioned:
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Join the Move Abroad Crash Course
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