Moving abroad, no matter how long it may be for, is a scary thought. Whether it's just a temporary move or an undetermined adventure it means leaving loved ones, meeting new people, a different routine and maybe a new job/career. All things that can be quite daunting to anyone.
But, living abroad is a life-changing experience in many different ways and everyone should be an expat at least once in their life, here is why:
Embrace independence
Moving abroad takes a lot of courage, especially if you're doing it alone. When you move to a different country everything is unfamiliar and you will have to tackle lots on your own without the support and help of friends and family. It may make you feel insecure and scared at first but pushing yourself out of your comfort zone and discovering your new environment will teach you to embrace independence and tackle things on your own. Slowly but surely the unfamiliar will become less scary and you will become independent.
Immerse yourself in a different culture
Although a short holiday can open your eyes to new cultures, actually moving abroad allows you to observe a country in a totally different way. It gives you more time to discover and develop a connection with the destination you're living in. As an expat, you'll have more opportunities to learn the language, adopt the local way of living and understand the country's customs. These are things that you don't get the time to do if you're just passing through as a tourist.
Opening a bank account, renting a property and working in your chosen destination will also give you a different insight into the country that you are living in.
Enhance your CV
A beneficial advantage to living abroad is that it can give you a competitive edge when in search of a job. Expat experience is very appealing to employers because it shows that a candidate can adapt to change, is not afraid of a challenge and understands different cultures and business nuances. In addition to this working and living abroad improves your language skills and improves the way you interact with others.
Having these skills can be a big benefit when entering a competitive job market it will definitely make your CV stand out.
Open your mind
There's nothing wrong with working and living in the same country all your life, however, it can sometimes cause you to remain quite close-minded. When you move to a different country no matter how long for, everything will be different and you have to adapt quickly to a new environment, including new attitudes, behaviors, road rules, currency and more. This not only makes you more adaptable but learning about the local customs, the healthcare system and country's history will make you more open-minded. You'll learn to embrace changes and be excited about it.
Become more social
Whether you're moving abroad alone or with friends or family, a new environment means new people and you will be required to make new friends and interact with different people. It can be difficult to make new friends and fit in at work at first but overcoming these challenges will develop your social skills but not only this it will also boost your confidence.
Being an expat gives you the opportunity to build character, enhance your career, discover new opportunities, lifestyles, and people. So, don't let fear hold you back, there are so many reasons to live abroad and even if it's only for a short period of time the benefits will be extensive. If you're thinking about moving abroad make sure you are protected with expatriate medical insurance.
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