The 3 Biggest Challenges of Moving Abroad

Expat Life Isn’t Always Easy, here’s 3 Hard Truths

Dreaming of a life abroad? I’ve been there, done that, and let me tell you, it’s an adventure like no other.

It’s not just about the language or the culture shock, there are deeper issues you need to consider. Are you ready to step outside your comfort zone? My journey has taken me through 40+ countries, and now I’m living in Cyprus.

Let me share some of my experiences — the good, the bad, and the unexpected — so you can be better prepared.

The Sneaky Beast Called Loneliness

You know what’s funny? Nobody really warns you about this one. Sure, they’ll tell you about paperwork hassles and language barriers, but the toughest part? It hits you on a random Tuesday evening when you’re sitting in your new apartment, and the silence feels louder than ever.

I remember my first few weeks in Cyprus like it was yesterday. During the day, I was busy being “productive” — setting up my company, writing blog posts, doing all the things that made me feel like I was moving forward.

But then evening would roll around, and boom — there I was, alone with my thoughts and a view of a city that didn’t quite feel like home yet.