Flourish In The Foreign

Why Your Love Life May Not Be Thriving Abroad

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 Dating abroad can come with its own set of unique challenges, from cultural differences to language barriers. In this episode, we dive into the common reasons why your love life may not be thriving abroad, including holding onto dating expectations from your home country, navigating the line between being revered and fetishized, dealing with different lifestyle or economic expectations, and the challenges of dating in a new language. We’ll also explore the signs that your love life is thriving abroad and offer tips for cultivating a fulfilling and healthy dating life in a foreign country.

•  00:48 Exploring the Spooky Season Mini Series
• 01:01 Why Your Love Life Isn't Thriving Abroad
•  02:17 Addressing Personal Baggage in Dating
• 05:12 Understanding Cultural Norms in Dating
• 11:41 Navigating Fetishization and Stereotypes 
•  16:49 Lifestyle and Economic Expectations in Dating
•  17:51 Navigating Economic Disparities in Dating Abroad
•  19:35 The Challenges of Dating in a Different Language
•  24:04 Signs Your Love Life is Thriving Abroad
•  28:06 Cultivating a Thriving Love Life Abroad

 

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Christine Job-Creator & Host

Zachary Higgs-Theme Music

 

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