Summary:

Deborah answers quickfire questions about her life abroad, including her favourite place, international food, and traditions. She also discusses the benefits of living abroad, the challenges of maintaining friendships, and the importance of being a friend. Deborah shares her favourite phrase and offers advice for expat life.

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https://deborahdahab.com/

Takeaways:

Living abroad allows for the opportunity to cherry-pick the best aspects of different cultures and create a unique way of being.

Food is a powerful remedy for homesickness and can evoke childhood memories.

Maintaining friendships while living abroad requires effort and nurturing.

Being a friend and offering support is the best way to make new friends.

Knowing the purpose and goal behind your actions is important for a fulfilling expat life.

Sound Bites:

"Cherry picking my own culture"

"Porcilas moscas, just in case"

"Always know your what for"

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction and Quickfire Questions

02:04 Favorite International Food

03:03 Favorite International Tradition

05:46 The Joys of Living Abroad

07:11 Challenges of Living Abroad

08:11 Favorite Phrase Learned Abroad

09:38 Making and Maintaining Friendships

10:38 Enjoying the New City

11:08 Advice for Expat Life

11:36 Closing Remarks