One of the primary worries for anyone moving abroad is how they will make connections, either with locals or other expatriates. Service and social clubs can be fantastic resources, allowing newcomers to develop community ties, gain leadership skills, and make a positive contribution to their new home. As many of these groups have chapters around […] Continue reading… from Finding Community in Helping the Community
Social media and its effect on developing minds has been in the news again, with tech companies including Meta and YouTube losing a six million dollar California lawsuit claiming they knowingly made their platforms addictive to teens. More than 500 additional cases have been filed in U.S. courts, demanding social media companies take responsibility for […] Continue reading… from Online Safety for Children and Teens
Work-life balance is a major concern for modern employees. Burnout and ways to combat it are popular topics, and people strive to work to live, not live to work. More and more companies are shifting their mindset to one based on project completion and flexibility as opposed to strictly clocked time in office, with the […] Continue reading… from The Balancing Act
While on a recent trip to London, I had the pleasure of seeing the musical Six in a relatively small venue where the enthusiasm was contagious. In a different, yet equally expressive way, while living in Tokyo I often attended kabuki performances with my 96 year old landlady who had been a fan and regular […] Continue reading… from On With the Show
Winter can be a delightful season, with ice skating, sledding, and hot cocoa by a roaring fire. But while climate change has led some areas to have much warmer winters than usual, others are facing more severe winter weather than ever before. And if an assignee is moving from a warm climate to a place […] Continue reading… from Winter Wonderland…or Woe?
Happy new year! Have you set your resolutions? The new year often has people looking for a fresh start. According to a YouGovsurvey, the top three New Years resolutions are: A general “improve physical health” comes in fifth, right behind “save more money,” and it’s quickly followed by “lose weight” and “improve mental health.” Of the […] Continue reading… from Resolutions for Wellness
December often brings travel or the anticipation of new assignments starting at the beginning of the year. Many people find themselves looking for temporary housing, be it something more family-friendly than a traditional hotel or a few months of fully furnished lodging. In the early 2000s, Airbnb disrupted the hotel scene. Individuals could turn their […] Continue reading… from Short Term Rentals, Strict Terms & Regulations
The Internet has made us a far more connected world. We have access to all the knowledge we could want, and almost every form of entertainment at our fingertips. Those from countries with an unrestricted Internet may take this freedom for granted, expecting to be able to open any site or app with a click. […] Continue reading… from Beware of Online Restrictions
Halloween is just around the corner, with children in the U.S. preparing their costumes and dreaming of candy. The holiday is ubiquitous in the States, with stores preparing displays and treats as early as late August. When I moved abroad, I was sure that I would still be able to celebrate one of my favorite […] Continue reading… from Haunting Holidays
