Moving abroad for work is a rewarding experience. However, it can also present some unexpected health challenges. I have some advice to help you overcome health issues while working overseas. Healthcare while working overseas is a significant concern for expats, in particular how to access […]
One year in Malaysia: Farewell and reflections
Sometimes a year can be agonizingly slow, and sometimes it flies so fast you’ll hardly notice it come and go. My one-year stay in Malaysia felt like the latter. A year ago, I was still packing up my luggage, nervous but decided to make the […]
Living in Kuala Lumpur: Expectations vs Reality
There’s no guide in the whole planet that can prepare you for what life is like living in another country. You can read about expat tips, what to expect in the culture and so on, but the actual experience is always subjective and personal. For […]
17+ Tips for Moving Abroad for the First Time
Living abroad has been a huge learning process for me, as it is for anyone who has decided to try their fate overseas for the first time. I feel like this is something one needs to personally experience to understand. Ever since I was kid, […]
What It’s Like Living in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
It’s my 3rd month in Kuala Lumpur and I thought I’d share with you guys what it’s like living here in Malaysia! I know it’s a short amount of time and my points of view can still change, but at least it can give you […]
Leaving for Malaysia
How do you go from a humdrum life to a point of no return? As I’m typing this, I’m sitting on my bed in an apartment in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Next month I’ll start in a new job as a software engineer (this is my […]