This is such a great video. I am originally from Brazil, I moved to Spain almost 7 years ago and I am now considering moving to Poland in a near future and I can relate to all of the things you mentioned, Adrian. At first it was really tough, but I really think I am a fortunate person when it comes to getting to experience life abroad with all its ups and downs, but I think at this point I just got used to it (and also being part of the EU really helps a lot with mobility). I might be oversharing here, but I just wanted to say that living abroad is a really important decision and sometimes people get too deluded about it thinking that everything is going to be better from the very first moment, and it might be, but it might also take some time. The struggle is part of it, but if you're willing to do it, go for it. All the best!
Not oversharing at all, Pedro, that's what these videos are for, finding likeminded people who share the same experiences. Thanks so much for the comment, I totally agree 100%. Coming from outside EU adds a whole other layer to the discussiont that I can't even imagine. Very brave move to come to Europe :) take care
I miss living abroad. I lived in the UK for 6 years but back in the Midwest, US. I loved visiting Brussels, France, and Lucerne. Your videos really touch on a lot of vital life-changing factors about living abroad. It felt so much like home, but many lost connections. I immersed myself a lot in various language and culture festivals, workshops, and meetups when I lived in London. Scotland was more about understanding the people as I had to overcome certain biases and stereotypes they had about Americans at first, but built many lovely experiences. Learning the various dialects were also a plus. I think your language abilities are amazing! Very gifted.
Oh thank you very much, Jenn. I enjoy language learning a lot. Thanks for sharing your thoughts. It's so interesting to read all the comments under this video. Everyone is struggling with the same issues, but is also enjoying the same benefits :) Glad to see that I'm not alone in this :D Where in the Midwest are you based? I can't even comprehend cross-continental moves, that's a whole other beast.
@@Freelanceverse I live in the Indiana-Kentucky border area, but also previously lived in the Carolinas and outside of Georgia. I just love and miss the freedom of travel and the joy of meeting a diversity of people from different cultures. We all just need a global passport, haha. I've studied languages for years, but fluency was halted due to other priorities and the finances to study that specifically. So, I self-study, read as much as I can in the target language and live vicariously through wonderful videos like yours!
i'm italian and lived in ireland like you (dublin) for more then 3 years, and i'm so greatful for that experience, now i'm in my hometown, but i hope to travel soon to a new destination, a new chapter of life, new perspectives and adventures :)
I agree with you on all points! As a native German, I have studied and lived in the Netherlands and France, and now I am settling in West Africa. I think the polyglot lifestyle is very enriching, empowering, but there is also this feeling of not really belonging anywhere, and at the same time you can feel at home everywhere!
@@s-c-m1624 Absolutely correct. The feeling of belonging is something I missed in the video. There are times where it feels like we are just "floating" through life, but then in other instances the exact same feeling feels so empowering, because you realize that people envy you for it :) Oh wow, West Africa, where abouts are you living now? What made you move to Africa? That's a whole other step to leave a continent.
@@Freelanceverse Togo! That's where my husband is from, and we figured, now is the time to enjoy the sunny, loud, vibrant side :) and have the kids immersed in the culture, as they're still young. Hopefully they will feel like they belong in all the cultures and languages they grow up with!
Yeah that is tough, but it's possible to keep very close contact with people even with a distance. Just takes effort from the person thats abroad, like I said. But I'm still super close to my close friends :)
Interesting and nice video. I was born in Finland, grew up in Switzerland, then moved to Paris, Barcelona and finally settled recently in the south of France. While I know that as a freelancer you can work from basically anywhere in the world, as I'm translating to French, I'd rather live in France and stay in touch with the language. Also, I noticed that some clients prefer their French translators to live in France (or other French speaking countries according to the language variant they need). So, I don't plan to move anywhere else anytime soon, but I do plan getaway weekends and holidays, since I enjoy travelling and the Covid scare seem to finally drift away.
@@Freelanceverse Well, I don't think it's that common, but it does exist. I don't know if my current clients actually care where I live. But it reminds me that once, a client refused to give me a proofreading job, because I didn't have a French passport. I didn't know whether I should laugh or cry.
Ohhh yes, I love the UK. Where are you planning to go? I'd probably suggest to do some proper research of the area before you commit to a flat. Especially around London, Manchester, Liverpool etc. there are some really tough neighbourhoods that you'd probably like to avoid living in. So just make sure you visit a place first before you move there.
Wow that's quite a move!! :) inform yourself about customs and habits first, so that you dont experience too much culture shock. While it's important to immerse yourself in the culture, it also helps to build an international or even mexican network there so that you have people sharing the same struggles and experiences. But most importantly, just enjoy the ride, lives too short to worry too much :)
Iam from India..... Living in Saudi Arabia.its very hard to handle the Arab speakers here from Egypt, yemen, Sudan..... It takes some time to me to understand their different dialects 🙄🙄
I simply like to live abroad, the experience, the people, everything. I have lived in Portugal (azores), The UK, now I'm in France where I come from. When I graduate I would like to move in another country, maybe Ireland, the Netherlands, Belgium, who knows... I'm taking the time I need. I'm always worried about loneliness at the beginning but it's the cons for many expatriation candidates 🙂 Visiting Brussels in June for holidays first, I'm hoping waffles 🧇, fries 🍟 and lot of good time off 🏙 To answer your question, home for me is not a place, it is where I am.
Beautifully said, Mel! Thanks for your comment. Oh you're visiting Brussels?? Let me know if you have time for a coffee while you're here, would be nice to have a chat :)
This is such a great video. I am originally from Brazil, I moved to Spain almost 7 years ago and I am now considering moving to Poland in a near future and I can relate to all of the things you mentioned, Adrian. At first it was really tough, but I really think I am a fortunate person when it comes to getting to experience life abroad with all its ups and downs, but I think at this point I just got used to it (and also being part of the EU really helps a lot with mobility). I might be oversharing here, but I just wanted to say that living abroad is a really important decision and sometimes people get too deluded about it thinking that everything is going to be better from the very first moment, and it might be, but it might also take some time. The struggle is part of it, but if you're willing to do it, go for it. All the best!
Not oversharing at all, Pedro, that's what these videos are for, finding likeminded people who share the same experiences. Thanks so much for the comment, I totally agree 100%. Coming from outside EU adds a whole other layer to the discussiont that I can't even imagine. Very brave move to come to Europe :) take care
thank you for this comment, I'm planning to move next year and sometimes I'm afraid of how unpredictable it can be, even though I've done it before.
@@tradutorajuliana The unpredictability will always be part of it, Juliana. But with the right mindset, you can turn it into an adventure.
I miss living abroad. I lived in the UK for 6 years but back in the Midwest, US. I loved visiting Brussels, France, and Lucerne. Your videos really touch on a lot of vital life-changing factors about living abroad. It felt so much like home, but many lost connections. I immersed myself a lot in various language and culture festivals, workshops, and meetups when I lived in London. Scotland was more about understanding the people as I had to overcome certain biases and stereotypes they had about Americans at first, but built many lovely experiences. Learning the various dialects were also a plus. I think your language abilities are amazing! Very gifted.
Oh thank you very much, Jenn. I enjoy language learning a lot. Thanks for sharing your thoughts. It's so interesting to read all the comments under this video. Everyone is struggling with the same issues, but is also enjoying the same benefits :) Glad to see that I'm not alone in this :D Where in the Midwest are you based? I can't even comprehend cross-continental moves, that's a whole other beast.
@@Freelanceverse I live in the Indiana-Kentucky border area, but also previously lived in the Carolinas and outside of Georgia. I just love and miss the freedom of travel and the joy of meeting a diversity of people from different cultures. We all just need a global passport, haha. I've studied languages for years, but fluency was halted due to other priorities and the finances to study that specifically. So, I self-study, read as much as I can in the target language and live vicariously through wonderful videos like yours!
i'm italian and lived in ireland like you (dublin) for more then 3 years, and i'm so greatful for that experience, now i'm in my hometown, but i hope to travel soon to a new destination, a new chapter of life, new perspectives and adventures :)
Sounds great, Paola!
I studied translation in Algeria, and today I’m doing another master in Brussels. I feel like it’s the perfect city for translators.
Oh wow a fellow Brusseler, yes I feel the same :)
Where do you guys call home? :)
I agree with you on all points! As a native German, I have studied and lived in the Netherlands and France, and now I am settling in West Africa. I think the polyglot lifestyle is very enriching, empowering, but there is also this feeling of not really belonging anywhere, and at the same time you can feel at home everywhere!
@@s-c-m1624 Absolutely correct. The feeling of belonging is something I missed in the video. There are times where it feels like we are just "floating" through life, but then in other instances the exact same feeling feels so empowering, because you realize that people envy you for it :) Oh wow, West Africa, where abouts are you living now? What made you move to Africa? That's a whole other step to leave a continent.
@@Freelanceverse Togo! That's where my husband is from, and we figured, now is the time to enjoy the sunny, loud, vibrant side :) and have the kids immersed in the culture, as they're still young. Hopefully they will feel like they belong in all the cultures and languages they grow up with!
Scotland!
The thing you said about losing friends hit me really hard. I miss the friends I made at University so much as they are almost all abroad now =(
Yeah that is tough, but it's possible to keep very close contact with people even with a distance. Just takes effort from the person thats abroad, like I said. But I'm still super close to my close friends :)
I am from Italy, living in the UK since 2014. It’s tough sometimes but as you said it changes you as a person
Interesting that we all have the same experience :)
Interesting and nice video. I was born in Finland, grew up in Switzerland, then moved to Paris, Barcelona and finally settled recently in the south of France. While I know that as a freelancer you can work from basically anywhere in the world, as I'm translating to French, I'd rather live in France and stay in touch with the language. Also, I noticed that some clients prefer their French translators to live in France (or other French speaking countries according to the language variant they need). So, I don't plan to move anywhere else anytime soon, but I do plan getaway weekends and holidays, since I enjoy travelling and the Covid scare seem to finally drift away.
Hi Veronica! Oh really, you noticed that clients prefer to have you in France? Interesting, I haven't noticed that, but certainly possible.
@@Freelanceverse Well, I don't think it's that common, but it does exist. I don't know if my current clients actually care where I live. But it reminds me that once, a client refused to give me a proofreading job, because I didn't have a French passport. I didn't know whether I should laugh or cry.
I live in Norway, and I'm currently trying to get to Ireland. That's always been the dream at least. Trying my luck this year. ^^
Awesome, I love Ireland so much! Been there a couple times and definitely want to go back. Where abouts in Ireland are you heading to?
@@Freelanceverse I'm gonna try for Dublin, but wouldn't mind Galway, either.
@@AndersLH both amazing
I’m from France and I want to move to England next year some advice ? 💐
Ohhh yes, I love the UK. Where are you planning to go? I'd probably suggest to do some proper research of the area before you commit to a flat. Especially around London, Manchester, Liverpool etc. there are some really tough neighbourhoods that you'd probably like to avoid living in. So just make sure you visit a place first before you move there.
everyone in the UK is trying to move abroad LoL
@@aidanhoneyman8544 really why ?
I am from Mexico but I want to move to Canada. What advice would you give to survive if it's my first time living outside of the country? 😅
Wow that's quite a move!! :) inform yourself about customs and habits first, so that you dont experience too much culture shock. While it's important to immerse yourself in the culture, it also helps to build an international or even mexican network there so that you have people sharing the same struggles and experiences. But most importantly, just enjoy the ride, lives too short to worry too much :)
Iam from India..... Living in Saudi Arabia.its very hard to handle the Arab speakers here from Egypt, yemen, Sudan..... It takes some time to me to understand their different dialects 🙄🙄
Oh yeah I can imagine that must be hard. You think you speak the language, but then the dialects can screw up everything.
My friend, not sure where you get your information from but Romania is not as cheap anymore. 😉
Not as cheap, but still cheaper than Western Europe, no? :)
@@Freelanceverse Definitely cheaper than Switzerland.
I simply like to live abroad, the experience, the people, everything.
I have lived in Portugal (azores), The UK, now I'm in France where I come from. When I graduate I would like to move in another country, maybe Ireland, the Netherlands, Belgium, who knows... I'm taking the time I need. I'm always worried about loneliness at the beginning but it's the cons for many expatriation candidates 🙂
Visiting Brussels in June for holidays first, I'm hoping waffles 🧇, fries 🍟 and lot of good time off 🏙
To answer your question, home for me is not a place, it is where I am.
Beautifully said, Mel! Thanks for your comment. Oh you're visiting Brussels?? Let me know if you have time for a coffee while you're here, would be nice to have a chat :)
@@Freelanceverse yeah first time in Brussels. Of course, I can drop you a message via LinkedIn.
Staying a week so I'll have plenty of time.