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There are usually two types of people in the world, those that like to be comfortable and remain where they are, and those that crave adventure and long for a chance to see new places. Some make that huge, risky step and decide to live abroad. This is a move that will be hard to pull off no matter where you’re coming from and where you’re going, but there are some tips that can help you a lot. Depending on how much of this information you actually know, living abroad can become a lot easier or a lot harder, in the case of you not being prepared at all for what this truly means.

The top tips for a better life under a new flag

You’re not just going to a new piece of land on the map, you are also going to a new state and a new community. These things have a lot of implications and if you hope to find a place for yourself in their midst, you’d better keep reading. Before we get into the actual tips however, remember that preparation is key. So for instance, if you were thinking about moving to Bermuda, you would want to check out http://www.expatfinder.com/moving-to-bermuda.

Tip 1 – Make it your priority to learn the language

To be honest, you should already be able to utter some of the more common phrases in the local language before you even get there. The faster you learn their language, the easier it will be for you. When you can communicate with the locals freely, everything else becomes a breeze. Don’t let anyone tell you that you should prioritize anything else. Don’t know how to get somewhere? Can’t recall how to do something? You can always ask someone who lived there all their lives, provided you know their language. Also don’t fall in the trap of thinking that you’re going to be OK just with knowing English. You can get far with knowing the most popular language in the world these days, but not far enough.

Tip 2 – Don’t corner yourself

Often times, people that move to a new country make the mistake of not mingling with the locals, so to speak. They remain within their comfort zone and seek out communities of their own people, from back home. That is not, by any means a bad thing to do, but you need to interact with the locals as much as possible if you are to become one of them someday.

Tip 3 – Leave preconceptions behind

Whatever you thought you knew about a country, forget it. You’re either wrong or likely to insult someone for assuming things. Be ready to learn as much as you can and don’t rely on “knowledge” picked up from unaccredited sources like TV shows or Reddit subforums.


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