Expat Perspectives

Lewis is a digital nomad, front end developer, DJ, and successful entrepreneur, living in Chiang Mai, Thailand. Lewis spoke about using the worst year of his life to spring into a fresh start in his new life, filled with confidence and new experiences while living abroad. Lewis is able to work remotely each day and venture to unique coffee shops around Chiang Mai, or leave town completely and continue his work beach-side in tropical south Thailand or other foreign destinations. Finding balance between working and living a fulfilling life is something Lewis has been able to achieve while settling into Chiang Mai. He is able to credit this to the relaxed lifestyle that is inherent to living in Thailand, where the pressure of deadlines takes a backseat to one’s own health and personal enrichment. Keep up with Lewis on his Instagram @lewis, his personal web development page at lewisking.co, and his disco-house website poolside.fm, which is modeled off of a retro early 80’s Mac computer.

This couple has learned to adapt their style of living to fit the locale in which they are in. Denise talked about living minimalistically while in Saipan, whereas Jeremy is living a life he never knew existed while growing up in rural Louisiana. Together, they take care of their mental and physical health, partly to Denise being a health professor and partly due to the amazing island life they have created with each other. Beachside volleyball at sunset, scuba diving in their own back yard, hiking, and amazing cuisines, what else could you ask for while living abroad?

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I was happy to introduce you all to Film and her boyfriend Bradley. Film is my oldest friend in Thailand, and we’ve shared a lot of memorable times together, like going for BBQ, attending rooftop dance events or any music related event in Chiang Mai, and she’s gone out of her way to make me feel like family in a home away from home. Bradley talks about growing up and growing into yourself while living abroad, and what it’s like living life as a digital nomad while adjusting to life in Southeast Asia. To check out Bradley's Youtube channel for tips and tricks for surviving the digital age and earning income online, follow him at KnowledgeBase

Fernando and I discuss the importance of "Putting mileage on the soul." Couldn't of said it better myself. Fernando spoke about the importance of getting outside of one's comfort zone and making yourself available to the world. After having seen the dark side of the world through active combat and military service in the US Army, Fernando bet the ranch on his ability to move abroad and create a new life for himself. Filled with life's simple pleasures, his new life started when he was able to make a happen chance acquaintance on the airplane, and subsequently help to provide a child with the opportunity to attend school. By making himself available to the world, and betting on himself, Fernando has been able to create a life the he's proud of. 

Auryn and I go all the way back to high school. I didn’t realize he was living abroad until our mutual friend Terence informed me Auryn was in SEA. We were able to discuss the need to adapt and create a foundation of respect for the local people. Auryn has experienced the warmth of people around the world who want to teach others about their culture. We also spoke about the importance of adapting and using critical thinking skills in a respectful manner, to behave in the ways the locals do. To keep up with Auryn and his latest adventures, follow him on IG @maagdelykheid

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Isaiah had a very interesting upbringing, and he spoke to us about what it was like for him to move around the world and how he is able to make his current location feel like home by staying active and living in the moment through his various hobbies. Isaiah spoke what it’s like for him to be fully in the moment by channeling his inner flow state, and fully submerging himself in the moment, and letting life’s problems fade to the background, if even for a brief moment. Keep up with Isaiah and his flow state lifestyle on IG @irminick. 

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Terence is one of those friends that no matter how long you spend apart, the moment you’re able to reconnect seems like there has been no time lost. Terence and I spoke about his responsibility in my decision to make the move abroad a permanent one, and how he has adapted to living in Spain going on 5 years. Terence has become fluent in Spanish by immersing himself in the culture, and that decision has paid off tremendously for him, by allowing him to form countless new relationships with the locals of the cities where he lives.

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Elise and I dive into what brought her journeys to Thailand and into a life of teaching. Elise talks about what it's like being Vegan and living in Thailand, while wracking up $12,000 of credit card debt, and her process through paying it off. Too keep up with Elise as she continues to travel the world, follow her Exploringelise on IG. 

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