Astronaut Scott Kelly’s year in space offers profound lessons for expats. From embracing longing to appreciating what’s missed to strengthening connections, learn how these insights help expats thrive in the challenges of life abroad.
Tag Archives: Emotional Health
Lessons Learned: David & Goliath, and Escaping Relative Deprivation
Comparisons steal joy, but you don’t have to stay trapped. Learn how expats can escape the grip of relative deprivation and grow in contentment wherever you are in the world.
Expat Thanksgivings: Thriving Abroad, One Blessing at a Time
Gratitude isn’t just a virtue, it’s essential for your expat life. If you want joy, peace, patience, or love, learn to intentionally cultivate gratitude. Learn how to recognize your blessings and create a life worth celebrating, one moment at a time.
Frame of Mind: Your Perspective Matters More Than Your Problems
Discover how reframing challenges can change your expat experience. This article explores the power of perspective shifts to reduce stress, boost adaptability, and build meaningful connections in a foreign culture. A mindset shift could change everything!
Mind the Gap: Thriving through Change with the Transition Bridge
Navigate the ups and downs of major life transitions with the Transition Bridge. Whether you’re helping coworkers or your kids, learn how the Transition Bridge will help you embrace and thrive through changes inherent to expat life.
Ink Therapy: The Power of Journaling in Expat Life
Discover how journaling can be a lifeline for expats navigating stress and emotional challenges abroad. Explore the transformative impact of putting pen to paper.
The Humble Expat: How Humility Transforms Expat Life
Discover the underestimated power of humility! This quiet virtue is not only necessary, but transformative to your expat life. Dive into the insights and stories that will change the way you see yourself and the world.
The Art of Gratitude: An Expat’s Journey to Joy
Practicing gratitude is vital for expats who want to thrive in their host culture, since gratitude helps balance cultural experiences, reduces stress, enables deep relationships, and reshapes what one notices. Learn more and tips for practicing gratitude in this latest tip from The Prepared Expat!
How Not to Be Raging Mad at Your Host Culture, Part 2
You’ve encountered cultural differences that frustrate or enrage you. The Prepared Expat shares a 4-step process to help you respond with understanding and humility, no matter what that difference is.
How Not to Be Raging Mad at Your Host Culture, Part 1
Feeling frustrated with cultural differences as an expat? Learn how to avoid Raging Expat Syndrome by understanding norms, values, and embracing empathy.