As mentioned in my previous post, I have been following the Expat Interviews blog for a while now. What I like best about these interviews is that the overwhelming majority of them come from happy expats.

I love seeking out these success stories. There are enough articles, books and message boards that dwell on expat “issues” already. Yes, expatriation is challenging at times, but how can we forget about the adventure, the discovery, the opportunities to learn and grow as a person?
I choose to focus on the positive. We need to hear from more expats who have a vision and who are living their dreams!

Where can you find positive examples and inspiration around you?

- Expat circles can be a great starting point to meet people who have successfully adjusted to your current location.
- Locals may be delighted to introduce you to lesser-known aspects of their culture or facets of their city, especially if they are passionate about their heritage to begin with!
- Looking closer to home, do you have a friend or family member who is always upbeat and positive? Make this person your role model! Communicate with him or her on a regular basis. Chances are he or she will help you remember how lucky you are to be living the expat life.

So, where will you look for inspiration and success stories this week?

Emmanuelle