#LifeDecisions #MovingAbroad #SupportSystem #QualityofLife
Hey everyone! 👋 Have you ever felt completely lost in life at a certain point? Let’s chat about a member who’s feeling that way at 33 years old.
So, our friend here has an 8-year-old son and is feeling lost in life. She has disability income for life, which is enough to get by, but not enough to not work in the U.S. due to inflation. She had a dream to move abroad for a better quality of life for her and her son, but now she’s terrified it might not work out.
Here are a few thoughts and words of encouragement:
– It’s okay to feel scared and unsure about big life changes. 🌟
– Moving abroad can be a wonderful opportunity for growth and new experiences for both you and your son. 🌍
– Remember, you can always come back if things don’t work out, and it’s not a waste of money if you learn and grow from the experience. 💸
– You are not a bad mom for wanting to provide a better life for your son. Your love and dedication are what matter most. ❤️
As for possible solutions, maybe consider:
– Researching support systems in the new country, such as expat communities or local organizations. 🤝
– Keeping in touch with grandparents and friends through video calls and visits. 👵👴
– Being open to new job opportunities and exploring different career paths abroad. 💼
Remember, you’re not alone in feeling lost or overwhelmed. We’re here to support you through this journey! 🌟 Share your thoughts and advice below to help our friend feel more confident and hopeful about the future. #WordsOfEncouragement
DO IT! The US sucks out your soul. Go away for 1 or 2 years. Experience a new way of life. Enjoy different cultures. It may give you a new perspective. And trust me, your son will be a better human growing up experience different cultures.
Do your research about the place you are moving to. What are your visa requirements to work there? How will your son join school? What sort of skills you have to contribute to the country you are planning to move to? Connect with people. Take time to learn the language – it is a skill that could help you in the future. Don’t compare other countries to the US if you want a good experience.
Traveling the world frees your soul. It is when you realize that all humans are the same, they want a decent life and peace. Different cultures do things differently – so you can learn new things. Don’t have to abandon where you come from.
I wish you all the best. Everyone’s life is different. Do what you need to do to better your life. And you have made a good decision. Your son is going to love it.
If you are talking about Va disability I’m in the same boat. But with a few differences
If you aren’t at 100% I suggest you do what you need to to get there. I paid a service to do all the leg work and get me from 80-100. They are called REE medical and I highly recommend them.
If you are at 100% then you are living in the wrong city. I live in a very nice suburb near St. Louis and with Va pay alone I don’t have to work ever again. In fact I haven’t in over a year and can easily pay all my bills with a good amount of expendable income.
Don’t be so hard on yourself. I too sometimes think “what if this doesn’t work out”. I’ve failed so many times that now I’m just like “well if it doesn’t work out who cares”. I have nobody to impress anymore. I would highly suggest if you are feeling this vulnerable to reconsider such a drastic change and start with my above tips. Get to 100% and move to a more affordable area. Life always finds a way. Things will work out and you will be fine.
Hello Maam, I’m 17 and I came across this post,there is not much I can contribute but still,He must be in middle school,When I was around that age(11-13)we used to move a lot due to family/buisness reasons and even though I used to throw tantrums I did understand that it’s necessary later on,Imo you should have a clear and good chat about everything with him now,say it slowly and yet so he can understand and ask if he’s ok with it,I wish someone said this to me back than so I didn’t had to deal with some mental issues, Wishin gl !!
With son being 8 – it’s the perfect age to remember and be influenced by this but not the most crucial moment in his upbringing.
He can finish out elementary abroad and come back without issue.
The key with all of this is that you focus on the time you get to have with him which is a huge blessing – and not waste that time worrying.
try it out….i moved states, still didn’t get a house, and may never in 5-10 years. I basically wasted 2-3 years, covid got some of my family very ill with nerve issues…. What country??? I’ve traveled a ton.
Do you have a job set up where you’re moving to? Can you still get disability income over there if you’re moving abroad? Nothing wrong with moving abroad but you have to make sure you can support yourself over there.
Find your self in the service of others.
West Virginia is a supercheap state
Where are you moving to? Will you be on a work visa or a tourist visa? (If the latter, you risk deportation if you try to work there.) Are you bringing your son with you? Will he be able to go to school there? (Many countries do not allow foreigners to enroll in their local public school system.) How will moving abroad affect your eligibility for US benefits?
I’m asking this as an American who lives abroad with my 2 kids. It can be exciting but it is NOT EASY. I get the feeling from your post that this may be an impulsive move. If it’s not, and you’ve already thought through everything, then I apologize (and you have nothing to worry about!!)