What’s so great about being an Expat? We’re glad you asked!
We compiled our list of the Best Things About Being an Expat!
1. Explore the World
Expats get to quench that feeling of wanderlust all year long. Break down the barriers and start exploring new countries, cities, and cultures all within the limits of your new backyard.
2. Resourcefulness
When you’re on your own in a new country, you have to learn to rely on yourself to problem solve and create solutions. This sense of self-reliance spills over to your everyday life, becoming a skill you’ll hold onto for life.
3. Meeting New Friends
Whether you’re getting down with the locals, or hanging with your new Expat community, chances are you are forging life-long friendships and relationships with people from around the globe.
4. A New Perspective
Seeing life through another’s eyes can be very life changing. Switching up your surroundings and learning how different cultures operate around the world gives you a new perspective on life that can really be eye-opening.
5. Life Skills
Just think of all the new skills you will have acquired from spending time abroad, now think of how much your future employers will appreciate that! Being an Expat opens you up to a unique set of skills that can help make you very desirable to future employers.
6. Learn a New Language
You’re sure to pick up some new language skills while living abroad. Whether you become fluent in the language, or learn just enough to get by, its important to keep learning at all ages!
7. You Always Know Home is Waiting for You
As many countries you visit, languages you learn, and cultures you connect with, you know that sometimes nothing feels as good as coming home after a long time away. Explore, adventure, and know that your home country is always waiting with open arms for your return.
