Watch this before moving abroad in your 20s

Ever dreamt of moving abroad in your 20s? I did it at 21 — packed my bags, moved from Texas to Germany, and had no idea what I was getting myself into.

Now that I’ve just turned 30 (!!), I’m reflecting on what these past 9 years living abroad have taught me — from navigating identity, visas, and career changes to figuring out friendship, loneliness, and love in a totally new culture. This solo episode is full of real talk, emotional moments, and the stuff I wish someone had told me when I was just starting out.

What to expect in this episode:
• should you move abroad in your 20s? (short answer: yes)
• real talk on homesickness, loneliness & building community
• cultural identity, Catholic guilt, & growing out of old beliefs
• dating abroad & learning what you actually want
• career advice, visa realities & financial survival tips
• advice to my 21-year-old self + what I’ve gained since

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CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS
00:00 Turning 30 and reflecting on moving abroad
01:55 Should you move abroad in your 20s?
04:00 Instagram vs. reality: the truth about life abroad
10:00 Making friends, loneliness & missing home
17:00 Family, guilt & emotional moments abroad
22:00 Identity shifts, religion, and personal growth
27:00 Working, saving, and surviving as an immigrant
31:00 Dating abroad and learning your worth
36:00 Advice to my 21-year-old self
42:00 Building resilience & life lessons abroad
47:00 Final thoughts: was it worth it?

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🎥 PRODUCTION
Video, Audio & Music: Tim ter Huurne
Branding: Ali Khazanbeik @alikhazanbeik

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