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: Gratitude
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.
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.
How Not to Be Raging Mad at Your Host Culture, Part 3
Feeling frustrated with your host culture? Discover how to navigate cultural challenges without succumbing to Raging Expat Syndrome in Part 3 of this series. Learn how to manage your judgments and reactions to thrive as an expat.
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!
Farewell Formula: RAFT Your Way to a Regret-Free Goodbye
Goodbyes are a normal part of an expat’s life; The Prepared Expat shares how you can use RAFT to ensure your goodbyes are emotionally healthy.