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“What if I move abroad and it doesn’t fix my life?”

If you wake up at 2am with this thought coursing through your mind, you’re not alone. Many people dream of starting over in a new country, hoping it will bring them the happiness or fulfillment they feel is missing. But there’s often a nagging fear: What if I still don’t feel fulfilled? What if the grass isn’t greener on the other side?

In today’s episode, we’re diving headfirst into this fear. We’ll explore why moving abroad might not solve all your problems—and why that’s okay. I’ll share practical advice for finding happiness and fulfillment no matter where you are, along with my personal story as an Enneagram 7 who’s constantly chasing “the next big thing” I'm SURE will make me happy. 

I’ll also share how I struggled with these same feelings while living abroad and how I’ve learned to be present and appreciate the here and now—without the pressure of traditional gratitude lists (because, let’s be honest, those can feel a bit forced).

Bonus: If you’ve been dreaming of moving abroad but still don't have a concrete plan in place to make it happen, my Move Abroad Escape Plan Bootcamp is for you! This 4-day live event will guide you step-by-step in creating a personalized plan for your move—whether it’s choosing the right country, figuring out how to fund your life abroad, or setting a timeline that makes sense.

Tickets aren’t open yet, but join the waitlist to be the first to know—and get a special bonus when registration opens.

Join the Bootcamp Waitlist Here: https://www.escapeplanbootcamp.com/join

See you there! 

Resources Mentioned:
→ Join the Bootcamp Waitlist!
→ Contact us for Coaching Options
→ Confessions of a Happiness Chaser Blog Post  
→ Join the Move Abroad Crash Course
→ Follow Move Abroad Coach on Instagram


Love this Episode? What to Listen to Next:

• #40 How Moving Abroad Saved My Life: Travel and Mental Health With My Husband Chris
• #70 Beyond the Election: Why Moving Abroad is More Than an Escape 
• #2 What If I Move Abroad and I HATE It??!
• #24 The Comfort Zone is Where Dreams Go to Die: How to Push Yourself Outside of What’s Comfortable
• #19 What if I Move Abroad and Come Home a “Failure”?

Ever tried to order a meal in a foreign country and ended up with something totally unexpected? Like that time I asked for a "tomato salad" in France and got a plate of just tomatoes. Language barriers can lead to some pretty funny situations, but they can also feel intimidating when you're thinking about moving abroad.

In today's episode, we're diving deep into the world of language learning and breaking down why moving to a country where you don't speak the language isn't as scary as it might seem. I'll share my personal experiences from living in countries like China, Vietnam, and Georgia—places where I either had to learn the language from scratch or get by without speaking it fluently. 

Spoiler alert: you don’t need to be fluent to survive and thrive!

What You'll Learn:

• Why Language Shouldn’t Hold You Back
• Practical Tips for Learning a New Language
• Navigating Life Without Speaking the Local Language
• Can You Get a Job on the Ground Without Fluency?
• Why Your Mindset is Everything.

Special Announcement:

Exciting news! We're running another round of our Move Abroad Escape Plan Bootcamp soon! This is a 4-day live event designed to help you create a personalized plan for moving abroad.
 
If you're ready to finally move abroad make sure you join the waitlist to get access to exclusive perks and be the first to know when tickets go live. Head over to escapeplanbootcamp.com to secure your spot!

Resources Mentioned:
→ Get on the Bootcamp Waitlist!
→ Contact us for Coaching Options
→ Join the Move Abroad Crash Course
→ Follow Move Abroad Coach on Instagram


Love this Episode? What to Listen to Next:

• #73 Navigating the Visa Maze: The Inside Scoop on Digital Nomad Visas with Tim Marting 
• #54 Choose Your Hard: Navigating the Discomfort You Know vs. the Discomfort You Don’t Know
• #41 The Four Things You Need to Decide Before You Can Move Abroad
• #29 Let’s Make Sure You Love It: How to Plan an International Scouting Trip
• #24 The Comfort Zone is Where Dreams Go to Die: How to Push Yourself Outside of What’s Comfortable
• #3 How to Choose the Right Country For You (7 Things to Think About)

Big news: the Move Abroad Escape Plan Bootcamp is just around the corner, and you have less than 2 weeks to sign up! This is your chance to create a personalized plan to move abroad and get the support and guidance you need to make it happen.

Are you ready for a life-changing four days with me?

Join the Bootcamp here: https://www.escapeplanbootcamp.com/join

Jump right to the episode at 15:25

Now, let’s dive into today's topic. We’re busting the myth of waiting for the perfect time to move abroad. Spoiler alert: it doesn't exist. 

If you’ve been holding off, thinking that a magical, perfect moment will come, it's time to rethink. We'll dive into how waiting for perfection is a form of self-sabotage and why you should take action now.

I’ll also chat about common excuses people use to delay their move, like busy work seasons, important life events, lease agreements, and selling a house. Plus, I'll share strategies to overcome these hurdles.

It's time to take some major accountability and start even when things aren't perfect.

Ready to take the first step? Join our Move Abroad Escape Plan Bootcamp, starting July 20th!

Resources Mentioned:
→ Join the Escape Plan Bootcamp!
→ Follow Move Abroad Coach on Instagram
→ Join the Move Abroad Crash Course

Love this Episode? What to Listen to Next:

• #62 "I chose this" releasing victim mentality so you can move abroad 
• #47 Managing Money Abroad: Banking, Credit Cards, ATMs and Paying Those Bills! (This is our travel hacking episode) 
• #46 How to Get the Hell Out of Your Own Way So You Can Finally Move Abroad
• #44 Fresh Off the Plane! Moving to the Netherlands (with a husband and two cats) featuring Monica Hay
• #41 The Four Things You Need to Decide Before You Can Move Abroad
• #26 The 5 Biggest Ways We Self-Sabotage When it Comes to Moving Abroad
• #16 Combating the Dreaded Move Abroad OVERWHELM
• #11 I'm Too Busy to Work on Moving Abroad!
• #5 The 5 Biggest Excuses I Hear About Why You Can’t Move Abroad

Let's clear up a big misconception—not everyone who moves abroad hates their home country. You can absolutely love your country, be frustrated by it, and still want to fix the things you don’t like. And guess what? You can do all that while living overseas.

In this episode, we’ll explore the concept of running towards something you desire, instead of just running away from what you don’t. It’s all about focusing on what you want in life and designing your dream lifestyle abroad. Plus, I’ll address that common line, "If you don’t like it, leave," and explain why critiquing your country is actually a form of patriotism and a push for change.

Living abroad doesn’t mean abandoning your roots. You can still be politically active and advocate for change from anywhere in the world. We'll also touch on the privileges and opportunities that come with being from the US, and how these can coexist with your desire to experience life abroad.

Tune in to hear more about how you can love your home country, live abroad, and advocate for change all at the same time. Let’s get into it!

Resources Mentioned:
→ Join the Bootcamp Waitlist!
→ Contact us for Coaching Options
→ Join the Move Abroad Crash Course
→ Follow Move Abroad Coach on Instagram
→ Human Freedom Index 2023

Love this Episode? What to Listen to Next:

• #63 From grocery store scare to global safety: my eye-opening return to the US 
• #27 How to vote and stay politically active when you live abroad 
• #7 How do I move abroad without ruining economies and making locals hate me?
• #43 Fresh off the plane! Moving to the Netherlands with Monica Hay 
• #40 Moving abroad saved my life: travel and mental health with my husband Chris 
• #38 Country spotlight: Moving to Portugal with Expats Everywhere 
• #14 My first year abroad was a total disaster: here are 5 things I did wrong 

Trigger Warning: gun violence, mass shootings, kidnapping, and trafficking.

In this episode, I dive deep into a pretty scary experience I had at a grocery store on my most recent visit to the US and use it as a springboard to talk about the bigger issue of gun violence and safety here compared to living abroad. It's a heavy topic, but one that's so important, especially given how often mass shootings and gun-related incidents seem to happen in the US.

I share more personal stories of feeling unsafe in the US and contrast that with my experiences in other countries where safety isn’t such a major concern. From the stark differences in everyday safety and vigilance to the challenges of dealing with culture shock and reverse culture shock, we cover a lot of ground.

Plus, I chat about everything from how the food here affects my body, to work culture and political tensions in the USA and compare it to my experience living overseas.
 
Resources Mentioned:
→ Contact us for Coaching Options
→ Join the Move Abroad Crash Course
→ Follow Move Abroad Coach on Instagram

Love this Episode? What to Listen to Next:

• #28 Is living abroad safe??!
• #27 How to vote and stay politically active when you live abroad 
• #30 My experience giving birth abroad (the good, the bad, and the money)
• #18 Why I'm having my baby abroad (and not in the USA)

In this episode, we're diving deep into the power of choice and taking ownership of our decisions.

I'll share personal stories about how I once felt stuck and envious of others living their dreams while I was tied down by a job I didn't love and student loans. But then I realized I had the power to choose a different path.

While we can't control everything that happens to us, we can control our reactions and how we show up in tough situations. I'm here to encourage you to own your choices and make empowered decisions to create the life you truly want.

Ready to "choose" professional help making your dream life abroad a reality (see what I did there)? Tap this link and book a call with our team! 

Resources Mentioned:
→ Contact us for Coaching Options
→ Join the Move Abroad Crash Course
→ The Freedom Life Course

Love this Episode? What to Listen to Next:

• #54 Choose Your Hard: Navigating the Discomfort You Know vs. the Discomfort You Don’t Know
• #46 How to Get the Hell Out of Your Own Way So You Can Finally Move Abroad
• #14 My First Year Abroad Was a Total Disaster (Here are 5 Things I Did Wrong)
• #5 The 5 Biggest Excuses I Hear About Why You Can’t Move Abroad
• #2 What If I Move Abroad and I HATE It??!

And we're BACK with another live coaching episode! 

In today's episode, I'm bringing in Juanalee, a member of our Freedom Life Accelerator coaching program. 

Juanalee is gearing up to embark on her digital nomad adventure and wants to make sure she can focus on growing her business while enjoying and experiencing everything the world has to offer. 

We chat about the best strategies for scheduling work, setting boundaries, and carving out time for sightseeing. We also dig into the difference between living in a destination versus just traveling through it. Plus, we cover the need for flexibility and a lot of self-compassion as you transition into the digital nomad lifestyle.

Whether you're just starting out or looking to refine your routine, this episode is packed with tips to help you thrive as a digital nomad. So grab your favorite beverage, get comfy, and let's dive in!

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Don't forget! Our 8-week Freedom Life Career program officially starts next Monday June 17th!

You can read all about the program here.

So, if you've been...

• Struggling to find REAL remote work
• Looking for a job that will sponsor your visa
• Applying to 50 jobs and not hearing back
• Afraid you're being annoying or bothersome when networking
• Overwhelmed by LinkedIn, the hidden job market, and navigating ATS
• Trying to convince your current job to let you move overseas
• Nervous about transitioning your location-dependent career abroad
• Trying to switch to a new field

...and you don't want to "throw your career away" or "start over," then Freedom Life Career is for you!

👉 Join Freedom Life Career here 👈

Or book a call to chat with our team and see if the program is the right fit for you.

Catch you on the inside,

Richelle

Resources Mentioned:
→ Join Freedom Life Career - Officially begins June 17th
→ Hop on a Next Steps Call to see if FL Career is right for you!
→ Join the Crash Course

Love this Episode? What to Listen to Next:

• #55 How to balance work and travel as a digital nomad 
• #52 Ask a Move Abroad Coach: Should I travel with my kids for a year before I pick a place? 
• #51 How to get health insurance as a digital nomad 
• #50 Behind the scenes of running my business from 5 countries this year 

You've got questions, we have answers! 

In today's episode, I'm super excited to share the LIVE Move Abroad Career Q&A session Marta and I hosted recently. We tackled your most pressing questions about moving your career overseas, and let me tell you, the advice and insights were so impactful that I knew I had to share it with all of you. Plus, we covered a ton of questions you guys have been sending our way regularly! 

But that's not all – if you're looking for extra support to move your career abroad, our 8-week Freedom Life Career group coaching program is kicking off soon!

You can read all about the program here.

So, if you've been...

• Struggling to find REAL remote work
• Looking for a job that will sponsor your visa
• Applying to 50 jobs and not hearing back
• Afraid you're being annoying or bothersome when networking
• Overwhelmed by LinkedIn, the hidden job market, and navigating ATS
• Trying to convince your current job to let you move overseas
• Nervous about transitioning your location-dependent career abroad
• Trying to switch to a new field

...and you don't want to "throw your career away" or "start over," then Freedom Life Career is for you!

👉 Join Freedom Life Career here 👈

Or book a call to chat with our team and see if the program is the right fit for you.

We start on June 11th, and I can't wait to help you make your dream of moving abroad a reality!

Catch you on the inside,

Richelle

Resources Mentioned:
→ Join Freedom Life Career - Begins June 11th
→ Hop on a Next Steps Call to see if FL Career is right for you!
→ Join the Crash Course 

-> Connect with Marta on LinkedIn

Love this Episode? What to Listen to Next:

• #59 How to get clear on your dream move abroad career 
• #43 "Fully remote jobs don't exist" and other career myths with Coach Marta
• #17 Help! I've applied to 50 jobs and haven't heard back with Coach Marta 

When planning your move abroad, it's easy to feel pressured to grab any job just to make it happen. But hold up! Don't settle. It's totally possible to have a fulfilling career and live abroad.

The trick is to be clear about what kind of job or career you want—whether it's remote or on the ground. Focus on what you love, what you’re good at, what the world needs, and what you can get paid for. By zeroing in on your career goals and networking with others, you can craft your dream life abroad.

Screw realistic, let's get clear on what we REALLY want.

Need help finding or landing a job that will support you abroad? We're hosting a FREE Live Career Q&A for all our Crash Course members on Thursday May 30th at 8pm Eastern.

Not in the Crash Course? Be sure to join this week before the Q&A for our major 50% off Career Sale! Just $18 down from $37 for the next two days.

See you on this inside :)

Join the Crash Course Here: https://www.moveabroadcourse.com/join-now

Resources Mentioned:
→ Move Abroad Coach Crash Course and attend the Career Q&A!
→ Contact us for Coaching Options
→ The Freedom Life Course

Love this Episode? What to Listen to Next:

• #56 How to start a side hustle with a full time job 
• #53 STOP being so afraid of freelancing 
• #43 "Fully remote jobs don't exist" and other career myths with Coach Marta
• #33 How to visualize and manifest your move abroad 
• #24 The comfort zone is where dreams go to die 
• #17 Help! I've applied to 50 jobs and haven't heard back with Coach Marta 
• #12 Escape the 9-5 Building a life of freedom through freelancing with Kelly 

Do you ever find yourself spiraling down the research rabbit hole when planning your move abroad? Trust me, you're not alone. So many of us get stuck in the endless cycle of Googling, without making any moves.

In this episode, we’re breaking down how to escape research mode and start taking real action. Let's face it, it’s way too easy to stay in our comfort zones, obsess over every detail, and let the fear of making mistakes hold us back. But guess what? Perfection is a myth, and taking imperfect action is the key to moving forward.

Feeling overwhelmed? It might be time to bring in a pro or lean on someone who’s been there before. Remember, the goal is progress, not perfection. Let’s get you moving towards your dream life abroad!

Speaking of taking action by bringing in an expert, we have a FREE Move Your Career Overseas Live Q&A coming up for anyone in the Crash Course happening Thursday May 30th. So if you're not already in the Crash Course, get on in there to join us LIVE next week.

Just head to www.moveabroadcourse.com 

Resources Mentioned:
→ Move Abroad Coach Crash Course
→ Contact us for Coaching Options
→ The Freedom Life Course
→ The Mountain is You Book

Love this Episode? What to Listen to Next:

• #54 Choose Your Hard: Navigating the Discomfort You Know Vs. Don't Know
• #46 How to Get the Hell Out of Your Own Way so You Can Finally Move Abroad 
• #26 The 5 Ways We Self-Sabotage When Moving Abroad 
• #24 The Comfort Zone is Where Dreams Go to Die 
• #15 Combatting the Dreaded Move Abroad OVERWHELM