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Married Expat Life, Who Is It Good For and Who Is Good For It?

Before marriage, we have a lot to think about. Even more so if your spouse is going to be an expat. Will you be following them around the world, too? Let’s see what other things you will need to consider that are unique to you.

Being the anomaly (Identity, acceptance, mixed ethnicities and heritage)

What does it mean to have a mixed heritage or ancestry? How do we see ourselves and our identity? In a longer and more personal article, I try and tackle this.

Who Am I? Value and Self-Worth as A Trailing Spouse

The life of a trailing-spouse can feel overshadowed by that of their partner. Find out how to still have value and self-worth in your current path…

Issues Multilingual Couples face all the time

Couples who speak 2 different languages have some unique challenges compared to others. Let’s read what they are, and how to address them!

Make sure you’re prepared, to take the “leap of faith”. (4 things you need!)

In life we sometimes need to make a leap of faith. Whether is is a move overseas, into a new house, or to a new job. Whatever it is, eventually we need to take action. But you can prepare before you get there, here’s how!

5 Reasons To Write A Blog (As An Expat)

Have you ever thought you had something to say? Something to add to the conversation but you weren’t sure about it. There’s no harm in writing about what your passions and interests. As a matter of fact I’d say it’s a great form of expression for expats. Here are my reasons why I think you should write a blog as an expat.

18 Unique and Authentic Gift Ideas from Turkey

Are you looking for the ideal Turkish gift idea? This list is perfect for you & your holiday shopping! Read on to see 18 unique & authentic gift ideas!

Why don’t men want to become the trailing spouse?

Women as the expat and men as the trailing spouse is still something we don’t see very often. We live in a modern society, but some things show that many aspects of our lives haven’t modernised yet. We can see this when it comes to peoples’ expectations about expat couples. Let’s dive deeper into this.

Managing Expectations of Being Married to an Expat Wife

There will be a lot of expectations thrust on yourself and your wife. Many women still advice other expat women against starting a family. However there are ways that both of you can manage this unique relationship.

Here’s my bucket list of things I haven’t accomplished by 30

Have you heard that life doesn’t stop at 30? Hard to believe, but it’s true. In this post I focus on keeping your mindset focussed moving forward; rather than focussing on all that I haven’t done yet.