53. Finding Your Path Abroad: Insights from Alyssa on Living and Working Overseas
August 9, 2023
Living Abroad.
Fear is a common factor that holds many people back from making the changes they desire
This episode delves into Alyssa’s dissatisfaction with their life in Boston and their yearning for something different. It explores the fear that often holds people back from making changes and provides encouragement and reassurance to listeners who may be considering making a change in their own lives.
Follow your wanderlust and dreams.
Throughout her life, Alyssa had always wanted to work and a life living abroad, but felt constrained by her job, relationships, and the belief that traveling was only for young people. However, a major life upheaval in 2014 prompted her to reconsider her priorities and embrace her wanderlust. She had a good job, a relationship, and a comfortable life, but she felt a sense of vague unhappiness and unfulfillment.
A pivotal moment came during a yoga teacher training in the Berkshires, where Alyssa was encouraged to listen to her heart and mind. Every time she did, her inner wisdom urged her to quit her job, end her relationship, and move away. Initially resistant to these ideas, Alyssa eventually realized that she needed to take a leap of faith and follow her dreams.
She signed up with a recruiting agency that matched teachers with schools abroad and received two job offers: one in Shanghai, China, and the other in Switzerland. Alyssa chose the school in Switzerland because it felt like a better fit for her. Interestingly, she accepted the job without ever having visited the school or the village where it was located.
Alyssa’s story is a testament to the power of following one’s wanderlust and dreams. Despite the fear and uncertainty, she took a chance on herself and embraced the unknown. By doing so, she opened herself up to new experiences, personal growth, and a sense of fulfillment that she had been missing in her previous life.
Taking risks can be liberating.
Many people can relate to the feeling of being trapped in a predetermined life path. Society often dictates that we should follow a certain trajectory – go to school, get a job, start a family, and retire – before we can truly enjoy life and pursue our passions. However, Alyssa’s story challenges this narrative and shows that there are alternative paths to fulfillment and happiness.
Taking risks can lead to happiness.
This is a concept that is often overlooked or dismissed in our society, where stability and conformity are often valued over personal fulfillment and adventure. However, Alyssa’s story in the podcast serves as a powerful reminder of the transformative power of taking risks and stepping out of one’s comfort zone.
Alyssa’s journey began when she made the decision to move to Switzerland. She had a stable job as a teacher in the Boston area, but she felt a sense of dissatisfaction and toxicity in her work environment. Recognizing that she wanted more out of life, she decided to take a chance and embark on a new adventure in a foreign country.
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