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How To Thrive in a Foreign Environment Author : Kimbles
Many people really love the thought of taking the chance and living in a foreign country. It sounds so dreamy and romantic. But the reality for many expats is that very shortly after arrival in their new home, they find that there are often harsh realities to face about living abroad. Dreamy visions of spending the days picking tropical fruits, lazing on the beach, growing a lush garden and leisurely wandering through the market places can be rep...

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Expat spouses - Overcoming the challenges that face them Author : Kimbles
When a spouse is assigned an overseas assignment, the partner is faced with many obstacles that are often ignored. Unfortunately at this time not too many companies offer their support to the spouse. According to research done by Val Boyko into 'global solutions for international assignments' at the Families in Global Transition conference in 2004, she found that the partner's biggest challenges are that they feel: * Unrecognized. ...

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Joining clubs. Do they work for you? Author : Kimbles
Back home I was always a member of the local badminton club and at a time I was a member of the Weight Watcher's Club. Both were very effective in my life. I not only got to play my sport, but it served as a large part of my social life. I met some special lifelong friends there. Weight Watchers also served me very well in that it helped me change my perspective on what a healthy diet and exercise lifestyle meant to me and like the many badminton...

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So, what is culture shock? Author : Kimbles
The term "culture shock" originated in the 1950s. Basically it describes the physical and emotional discomforts that occur when someone moves from one cultural environment to another. There are several stages to culture shock which start when you first enter the new environment right through the acculturation process and back to re-adjustment when returning home. Culture shock has no steady line of progression. Each stage you go through can vary ...

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An Expatriate's Journey Of Self-Discovery Author : Kimbles
Expatriate years offer a wonderful time and opportunity to reinvent oneself. As an expatriate you want to hold onto those parts of you that you love and that work for you, no matter where you are. But while you trail around the world, you have the very good fortune to pick up new skills and/or explore hidden ones to add to the tapestry of your life. Yes, it is true that as an expatriate you do miss your home, friends, family, and the sense of ...

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Taking care of yourself abroad Author : Kimbles
Most people do not take care of themselves. They think it is selfish and self-indulgent.This could not be further from the truth. My experiences have shown me that when I do take care of myself in the ways that I need to, it is only then that I am truly capable of being of real service to someone else. I have also found this to be especially true when one is away from “home” and from expected support systems. When living abroad there are so ma...

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Dear Expats - Are You Ready To Take Up The Challenge For The New Year? Author : Kimbles
It is that time of year again. Xmas is just around the corner and then a week later we will be toasting in the New Year. Streets, offices, and coffees shops are already buzzing with all the talk of the resolutions we plan to start on New Year’s Day. However, more often than not, the 1st of the year rolls around and we are still too full of the joys of the season to bother with our resolutions, but we resolve to start our plans in the new week. Un...

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Make 2006 a great success wherever you are Author : Kimbles
The definition of success may be different for every person, but when getting to grips with the term, essentially it is about who you are, and who you are becoming. It is about living up to your potential and achieving your dreams. Your success is what will bring you a life of contentment, pride and enthusiasm in your accomplishments. Too often than not though, we make lists of goals we want to achieve, but the list remains on the nightstand o...

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What does it mean to be an expatriate? Part 2 - How to choose your paradise Author : Kimbles
As mentioned in Part 1, there are some countries that are very popular now amongst the expat community. They all have their own appeal and it can be quite confusing and stressful deciding as to where to start. My proposed 10-step program is designed to help you decide on a country you would like to make your paradise. Make a list of the world’s top overseas havens. Step 2: Write down a list of your personal preferences and priorities. Wr...

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The Major Behaviors We Hate Author : Irwin Gootnick
I’LL START TOMORROW (WELL, MAYBE THE DAY AFTER TOMORROW) Are you one of those people who seem very comfortable with self-defeating acts in the moment? But later, when the moment has passed, do you hate yourself for behaving that way? Do you know anyone (including yourself) who indulges a passion for desserts no matter what the cost? Do you wonder why his or her (or your?) sense of regret doesn’t lead to different eating choices the next time? ...


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