Summary

Stephen, a writer who lived in Bangkok, shares his favourite place, food, traditions, and things about living abroad. He also discusses homesickness, the challenges of living abroad, and making new friends. He highlights the best things to do in Bangkok and offers a life hack for expats: learn the language.

Takeaways:

• Living abroad can be an amazing experience, especially during the honeymoon period.
• Thai food, particularly larb, is a favorite international cuisine.
• The Thai tradition of the wai, a respectful greeting, is charming.
• The constant amazement and learning of living abroad is a major highlight.
• Missing certain foods and the freedom to speak out can be challenging.
• The impermanence of living abroad and the lack of reliance on the rule of law can be difficult.
• Learning the language of the country you're living in can greatly enhance your experience.
• Engaging in conversation and finding common interests are great ways to make new friends.
• Bangkok offers a vibrant music and comedy scene.
• The best way to experience a place is to immerse yourself in its culture and language.

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Chapters:

00:00 Introduction

02:04 Chapter 2: Favorite Food - Thai Larb

03:22 Chapter 4: Favorite Thing About Living Abroad - Constant Amazement

04:43 Chapter 5: Homesickness Remedy - Missing Certain Foods and Freedom of Speech

06:33 Chapter 6: Challenges of Living Abroad - Impermanence and Lack of Rule of Law

08:52 Chapter 7: Best Phrase Learned - Mai Ben Rai

09:44 Chapter 8: Making New Friends - Finding Common Interests

11:11 Chapter 9: Best Thing to Do in Bangkok - Live Music and Comedy

12:39 Chapter 10: Expat Life Hack - Learn the Language

13:32 Conclusion