Let's clear up a big misconception—not everyone who moves abroad hates their home country. You can absolutely love your country, be frustrated by it, and still want to fix the things you don’t like. And guess what? You can do all that while living overseas.

In this episode, we’ll explore the concept of running towards something you desire, instead of just running away from what you don’t. It’s all about focusing on what you want in life and designing your dream lifestyle abroad. Plus, I’ll address that common line, "If you don’t like it, leave," and explain why critiquing your country is actually a form of patriotism and a push for change.

Living abroad doesn’t mean abandoning your roots. You can still be politically active and advocate for change from anywhere in the world. We'll also touch on the privileges and opportunities that come with being from the US, and how these can coexist with your desire to experience life abroad.

Tune in to hear more about how you can love your home country, live abroad, and advocate for change all at the same time. Let’s get into it!

Resources Mentioned:
→ Join the Bootcamp Waitlist!
→ Contact us for Coaching Options
→ Join the Move Abroad Crash Course
→ Follow Move Abroad Coach on Instagram
→ Human Freedom Index 2023

Love this Episode? What to Listen to Next:

• #63 From grocery store scare to global safety: my eye-opening return to the US
• #27 How to vote and stay politically active when you live abroad
• #7 How do I move abroad without ruining economies and making locals hate me?
• #43 Fresh off the plane! Moving to the Netherlands with Monica Hay
• #40 Moving abroad saved my life: travel and mental health with my husband Chris
• #38 Country spotlight: Moving to Portugal with Expats Everywhere
• #14 My first year abroad was a total disaster: here are 5 things I did wrong

Trigger Warning: gun violence, mass shootings, kidnapping, and trafficking.

In this episode, I dive deep into a pretty scary experience I had at a grocery store on my most recent visit to the US and use it as a springboard to talk about the bigger issue of gun violence and safety here compared to living abroad. It's a heavy topic, but one that's so important, especially given how often mass shootings and gun-related incidents seem to happen in the US.

I share more personal stories of feeling unsafe in the US and contrast that with my experiences in other countries where safety isn’t such a major concern. From the stark differences in everyday safety and vigilance to the challenges of dealing with culture shock and reverse culture shock, we cover a lot of ground.

Plus, I chat about everything from how the food here affects my body, to work culture and political tensions in the USA and compare it to my experience living overseas.

Resources Mentioned:
→ Contact us for Coaching Options
→ Join the Move Abroad Crash Course
→ Follow Move Abroad Coach on Instagram

Love this Episode? What to Listen to Next:

• #28 Is living abroad safe??!
• #27 How to vote and stay politically active when you live abroad
• #30 My experience giving birth abroad (the good, the bad, and the money)
• #18 Why I'm having my baby abroad (and not in the USA)

In this episode, we're diving deep into the power of choice and taking ownership of our decisions.

I'll share personal stories about how I once felt stuck and envious of others living their dreams while I was tied down by a job I didn't love and student loans. But then I realized I had the power to choose a different path.

While we can't control everything that happens to us, we can control our reactions and how we show up in tough situations. I'm here to encourage you to own your choices and make empowered decisions to create the life you truly want.

Ready to "choose" professional help making your dream life abroad a reality (see what I did there)? Tap this link and book a call with our team!

Resources Mentioned:
→ Contact us for Coaching Options
→ Join the Move Abroad Crash Course
→ The Freedom Life Course

Love this Episode? What to Listen to Next:

• #54 Choose Your Hard: Navigating the Discomfort You Know vs. the Discomfort You Don’t Know
• #46 How to Get the Hell Out of Your Own Way So You Can Finally Move Abroad
• #14 My First Year Abroad Was a Total Disaster (Here are 5 Things I Did Wrong)
• #5 The 5 Biggest Excuses I Hear About Why You Can’t Move Abroad
• #2 What If I Move Abroad and I HATE It??!

And we're BACK with another live coaching episode!

In today's episode, I'm bringing in Juanalee, a member of our Freedom Life Accelerator coaching program.

Juanalee is gearing up to embark on her digital nomad adventure and wants to make sure she can focus on growing her business while enjoying and experiencing everything the world has to offer.

We chat about the best strategies for scheduling work, setting boundaries, and carving out time for sightseeing. We also dig into the difference between living in a destination versus just traveling through it. Plus, we cover the need for flexibility and a lot of self-compassion as you transition into the digital nomad lifestyle.

Whether you're just starting out or looking to refine your routine, this episode is packed with tips to help you thrive as a digital nomad. So grab your favorite beverage, get comfy, and let's dive in!

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Don't forget! Our 8-week Freedom Life Career program officially starts next Monday June 17th!

You can read all about the program here.

So, if you've been...

• Struggling to find REAL remote work
• Looking for a job that will sponsor your visa
• Applying to 50 jobs and not hearing back
• Afraid you're being annoying or bothersome when networking
• Overwhelmed by LinkedIn, the hidden job market, and navigating ATS
• Trying to convince your current job to let you move overseas
• Nervous about transitioning your location-dependent career abroad
• Trying to switch to a new field

...and you don't want to "throw your career away" or "start over," then Freedom Life Career is for you!

👉 Join Freedom Life Career here 👈

Or book a call to chat with our team and see if the program is the right fit for you.

Catch you on the inside,

Richelle

Resources Mentioned:
→ Join Freedom Life Career - Officially begins June 17th
→ Hop on a Next Steps Call to see if FL Career is right for you!
→ Join the Crash Course

Love this Episode? What to Listen to Next:

• #55 How to balance work and travel as a digital nomad
• #52 Ask a Move Abroad Coach: Should I travel with my kids for a year before I pick a place?
• #51 How to get health insurance as a digital nomad
• #50 Behind the scenes of running my business from 5 countries this year

You've got questions, we have answers!

In today's episode, I'm super excited to share the LIVE Move Abroad Career Q&A session Marta and I hosted recently. We tackled your most pressing questions about moving your career overseas, and let me tell you, the advice and insights were so impactful that I knew I had to share it with all of you. Plus, we covered a ton of questions you guys have been sending our way regularly!

But that's not all – if you're looking for extra support to move your career abroad, our 8-week Freedom Life Career group coaching program is kicking off soon!

You can read all about the program here.

So, if you've been...

• Struggling to find REAL remote work
• Looking for a job that will sponsor your visa
• Applying to 50 jobs and not hearing back
• Afraid you're being annoying or bothersome when networking
• Overwhelmed by LinkedIn, the hidden job market, and navigating ATS
• Trying to convince your current job to let you move overseas
• Nervous about transitioning your location-dependent career abroad
• Trying to switch to a new field

...and you don't want to "throw your career away" or "start over," then Freedom Life Career is for you!

👉 Join Freedom Life Career here 👈

Or book a call to chat with our team and see if the program is the right fit for you.

We start on June 11th, and I can't wait to help you make your dream of moving abroad a reality!

Catch you on the inside,

Richelle

Resources Mentioned:
→ Join Freedom Life Career - Begins June 11th
→ Hop on a Next Steps Call to see if FL Career is right for you!
→ Join the Crash Course

Love this Episode? What to Listen to Next:

• #59 How to get clear on your dream move abroad career
• #43 "Fully remote jobs don't exist" and other career myths with Coach Marta
• #17 Help! I've applied to 50 jobs and haven't heard back with Coach Marta

When planning your move abroad, it's easy to feel pressured to grab any job just to make it happen. But hold up! Don't settle. It's totally possible to have a fulfilling career and live abroad.

The trick is to be clear about what kind of job or career you want—whether it's remote or on the ground. Focus on what you love, what you’re good at, what the world needs, and what you can get paid for. By zeroing in on your career goals and networking with others, you can craft your dream life abroad.

Screw realistic, let's get clear on what we REALLY want.

Need help finding or landing a job that will support you abroad? We're hosting a FREE Live Career Q&A for all our Crash Course members on Thursday May 30th at 8pm Eastern.

Not in the Crash Course? Be sure to join this week before the Q&A for our major 50% off Career Sale! Just $18 down from $37 for the next two days.

See you on this inside :)

Join the Crash Course Here: https://www.moveabroadcourse.com/join-now

Resources Mentioned:
→ Move Abroad Coach Crash Course and attend the Career Q&A!
→ Contact us for Coaching Options
→ The Freedom Life Course

Love this Episode? What to Listen to Next:

• #56 How to start a side hustle with a full time job
• #53 STOP being so afraid of freelancing
• #43 "Fully remote jobs don't exist" and other career myths with Coach Marta
• #33 How to visualize and manifest your move abroad
• #24 The comfort zone is where dreams go to die
• #17 Help! I've applied to 50 jobs and haven't heard back with Coach Marta
• #12 Escape the 9-5 Building a life of freedom through freelancing with Kelly

Do you ever find yourself spiraling down the research rabbit hole when planning your move abroad? Trust me, you're not alone. So many of us get stuck in the endless cycle of Googling, without making any moves.

In this episode, we’re breaking down how to escape research mode and start taking real action. Let's face it, it’s way too easy to stay in our comfort zones, obsess over every detail, and let the fear of making mistakes hold us back. But guess what? Perfection is a myth, and taking imperfect action is the key to moving forward.

Feeling overwhelmed? It might be time to bring in a pro or lean on someone who’s been there before. Remember, the goal is progress, not perfection. Let’s get you moving towards your dream life abroad!

Speaking of taking action by bringing in an expert, we have a FREE Move Your Career Overseas Live Q&A coming up for anyone in the Crash Course happening Thursday May 30th. So if you're not already in the Crash Course, get on in there to join us LIVE next week.

Just head to www.moveabroadcourse.com

Resources Mentioned:
→ Move Abroad Coach Crash Course
→ Contact us for Coaching Options
→ The Freedom Life Course
→ The Mountain is You Book

Love this Episode? What to Listen to Next:

• #54 Choose Your Hard: Navigating the Discomfort You Know Vs. Don't Know
• #46 How to Get the Hell Out of Your Own Way so You Can Finally Move Abroad
• #26 The 5 Ways We Self-Sabotage When Moving Abroad
• #24 The Comfort Zone is Where Dreams Go to Die
• #15 Combatting the Dreaded Move Abroad OVERWHELM

Happy Birthday to the Move Abroad Coach Podcast!! Can you believe it's been a full YEAR??

To celebrate, I'm giving you a gift to thank you for all your support over the last year.

We're putting our Freedom Life Online Course on sale for this week only! This is our super intensive training course that goes over everything you need to know to move abroad. Jobs, visas, taxes, and mindset - We'll make sure your plan works AND give you the steps to implement it.

Hop over to this link here and join before the price goes up by $300 this weekend. Thanks again and I hope you enjoy our special gift to you!

Now, for this episode I'm going to answer your BIGGEST questions you've been DMing and emailing us about for the last year.

Here's what we're going to cover:

1. When I move abroad do I still have to file taxes in the US?
2. How do you deal with needing US addresses and phone numbers?
3. What banking and credit cards do you recommend?
4. What skills should I pick up NOW if I want to move abroad in the future?
5. Do I need to apply for my visas from within the US?
6. Should I be worried about the language barrier?
7. How do I get an apartment if I’m not staying in a country for a full year?
8. If you’re freelancing or working for yourself, how do you prove your income if you’re just starting out?
9. Isn’t it expensive to constantly travel and not settle down in one location?
10. How do I know if moving abroad is really right for me?

Enjoy the answers to these top 10 questions, and don't forget to join the Freedom Life Course this week for you crazy discount!

Move Abroad Coaching and Courses:
→ Join the Freedom Life Online Course! ($300 off this week only)
→ Contact us for Coaching Options
→ Move Abroad Coach Crash Course

Banking and Card Resources:
→ Capital One Venture X
→ Chase Saphire Reserve and Preferred
→ Capital One Venture One
→ Chase Ink Business Card (what I use for my business)
→ Open a Wise Account
→ Open a Charles Schwab Account
→ My TEFL teach abroad certification
→ Numero Virtual US phone number

Love this Episode? What to Listen to Next:

• #56 How to start a side hustle with a full-time job
• #51 How to get health insurance if you travel full-time
• #47 Managing Money Abroad (Banking, Credit Cards, and ATMs)
• #23 Heath Insurance and Healthcare abroad
• #13 What the heck is a digital nomad visa?
• #5 The 5 Biggest excuses I hear about why you can't move abroad