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January 15, 2025 26 mins

How do you start a start over in the USA without a plan?

In this powerful conversation, Helen Ruan shares how the Chinese culture shaped her mindset for abundance, financial independence, and a smooth transition to life in the USA. She opens up about achieving her American dream, why culture shock was never an obstacle, and the challenges of raising American-born children with deep Chinese roots. Get ready for real, raw insights on cultural identity, resilience, and reinventing yourself abroad. 

Download now to hear this unforgettable story of forging a life built on the American dream.

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This compelling podcast dives into Expat and immigrant women (and men) stories. Those who immigrate to the USA, tackling the struggles of homesickness, identity crisis, and culture shock in the USA while adjusting to expat life and navigating cultural differences. Through conversations on starting over, reinventing yourself, and finding purpose, it highlights success stories of women's tenacity, and the resilience of expats in the USA. It offers insights into bicultural identity, language barriers, and the challenges of living overseas. The podcast emphasizes the importance of a strong support system and wellbeing for women in pursuit of the American dream.

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