Staying positive abroad

Staying positive abroad

Staying positive abroad Blog by Natalia Veneziani Moving between countries has tremendously affected my life and many aspects of my being. I no longer could escape from difficulties in my life. Everything I unconsciously was hiding from, was imposed to me. I was...
A leap of faith into the unknown

A leap of faith into the unknown

Moving abroad: a leap of faith into the unknown Guest blog by Nina Huygen During my studies a had lived abroad, and a was sure that one day, I would do so again in my professional life. So when my spouse got the opportunity to go abroad for his job for a few years, I...
Indian or Dutch identity?

Indian or Dutch identity?

The identity struggles of an expat by Kriti Toshniwal ‘Do you feel more Indian or Dutch?’ a friend asked me recently. We were a company of six; two Dutch, two Germans, one American and me; blissfully tucking in a hearty meal laced with garlic and turmeric, at a...
Expat women living an easy life?

Expat women living an easy life?

Expat women, living an easy life? Expat women are sometimes seen as ladies of leisure and luxury. Is that correct, and how does this judgment affect you?  You are mainly looked upon with jealousy from the home country. Beautiful house, successful partner, children go...