Ep 9 - Visa Approved, Bags Packed: Navigating Sentimental Attachments and Embracing Gratitude in the Expat Adventure

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Episode Summary:

In this episode, Rebecca reveals the outcome of her visa application process and shares some struggles found in the end stages of packing up to leave their home. The conversation also touches on the uncertainty of expat life and the need to embrace each day. Aimee and Rebecca highlight the importance of being mindful and grateful for the opportunity to live as expats.

Key Takeaways:

• The process of deciding what belongings to take and what to leave behind can be challenging, especially when certain objects hold sentimental value.
• Becoming an expat brings a heightened awareness of the uncertainty of life and the need to appreciate each day.
• The tax implications of living as an expat can be complex and require the assistance of tax advisors in both the home and host countries.
• Embracing the unknown and being open to new opportunities is essential when living as an expat.

Notable Quotes:

• "I am now extremely conscious of the fact that I never really knew what my life was going to look like in two years." - Rebecca
• "We are so damn lucky to be here, and I will do everything I can not to take it for granted." - Aimee

Where to find Aimee:

• Instagram: @vibrancenutrition
• Nutrition Coaching: vibrancenutrition.com
• Podcast on Nutrition: Blasphemous Nutrition

Where to find Rebecca:

• Instagram and her life in Paris: @beseriouslyhappy
• Podcast for Interior Design Entrepreneurs: Don't Design While Drinking
• Biz Coaching for Interior Designers: seriouslyhappy.com
• Book on Interior Design Psychology: Happy Starts at Home