living abroad | Amanda Maxime

A person with blonde hair wearing a purple/maroon shirt stands on a rocky outcrop with arms raised triumphantly toward the sky, overlooking a lush green valley with rolling hills and dense forest vegetation. White and orange text overlay reads 'WHEN AN EXPAT GOES BACK, BUT IT'S NOT THE SAME.

Returning to a Place You Once Lived: Nostalgia, Dissonance & the Search for Belonging

Returning to a city you once lived in can feel nostalgic yet unfamiliar. Explore belonging, growth, and creating an inner home as a global expat.

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5 Summer Reflections I Want to Share With Other High-Achieving Expats

Discover 5 game-changing expat life tips for high-achieving professionals living abroad. Learn how to build community, hear your inner voice, and thrive internationally.

Patricia Abarte

Sep 148 min read