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Does being an expat really make you cooler?
Does being an expat really make you cooler?
You vividly recall the day you announced your big news: you were moving abroad for an incredible adventure. You can still see the astonishment, the envious glances, and mixed heartfelt and obligatory congratulations. "You're so lucky!" your friends and family often exclaim, almost excessively, making you feel as if you truly possess something special. You're an expatriate. But what do people think when they elevate an expat to such heights? Between dreams, misconceptions, and realities, does being an expat make you cooler?
New year, new you: Essential wellness tips for expats in 2025
Instead of setting lofty resolutions that often fall by the wayside, begin the year with a focus on self-care. What's the best way to navigate expatriation or improve your expat life in 2025? Consider these health and wellness tips to start off on the right foot.
Year-end rituals for expats: Reflections and forward planning
The holiday season offers more than just the chance to unwrap gifts and enjoy festive treats—it's a crucial time for expatriates to pause and reflect on their journey far from home. Amid the celebrations, this period can be transformed into a meaningful personal development ritual. Let's explore how to make the most of this festive season for growth and reflection.
Expatriates reflect on 2024 and anticipate 2025
As 2024 draws to a close, it has been a year filled with new discoveries, challenges, and unique adventures for expatriates globally. Adapting to different cultures, establishing new routines, and experiencing both doubts and joys, each journey of expatriation stands alone. We have captured the voices of those who opted to live abroad.
How expats redefine Christmas in the tropics
Spending Christmas in a tropical haven challenges expats to redefine the holiday spirit with ingenuity. Gone are snowy backdrops and roaring fires; instead, palm-lined beaches and vibrant sunsets set the stage. Whether honoring Saint Nicholas Day, embracing local Mauritian customs, or crafting their own unique rituals, expats find ways to keep the magic alive. Despite the sunshine and swimsuits, the essence of Christmas thrives, weaving together community, spirituality, and moments of wonder.
How to overcome seasonal affective disorders as an expat
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is often called "seasonal depression" – and sometimes more lightheartedly – "winter blues". Whichever the name we go with though, SAD can be a real problem. It can make you feel like you are upset for no particular reason, have no energy for anything, and cause a variety of other disruptions in your life. For expats, SAD gets even more complicated – as you are probably already dealing with a rollercoaster of emotions that comes with living abroad. So, how do we deal with it?
How the world celebrates the end of the year: All expats need to know
As snowflakes drift down in the Northern Hemisphere and twinkling lights decorate the streets, the festive season gently arrives. Meanwhile, in Mauritius, flamboyant trees bloom with vivid red flowers, marking the year's end. For expatriates worldwide, this time offers a chance to explore how the end of the year is celebrated beyond traditional Christmas festivities. Join us on a captivating journey through the diverse and enchanting celebrations that illuminate the final months of the year!
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