Community Abroad: It’s Not Found, It’s Built

Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving Abroad

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Community is not something you find; it’s something you build, especially when living abroad. In this episode, we’ll explore the realities of feeling isolated in a new country and the steps you can take to create and nurture a meaningful community. You’ll learn practical strategies for identifying like-minded individuals, initiating meaningful connections, and building a support system that makes your life abroad more enriching and fulfilling.

• 00:51 Exploring Spooky Topics Abroad
• 01:25 The Importance of Community
• 02:34 Understanding Loneliness Abroad
• 06:48 Building Your Community
• 08:28 Proactive Steps to Cultivate Community
• 20:16 Consistency is Key
• 21:40 The Importance of Consistency in Building Relationships
• 22:30 Taking Initiative: Organizing Meetups
• 24:15 Practical Tools for Nurturing Community
• 24:28 Leveraging Social Media and Expat Groups
• 29:35 Understanding Parasocial Relationships
• 35:54 Hosting and Attending Meetups

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  • S1 E 32: Going Abroad with Intention
  • S1 E 33: Dating Abroad Pt. 1
  • S1 E 47: Go Abroad & Cultivate A Life Well Lived
  • S1 E 59: Financial Wellness Abroad
  • S2 E 10: Does Moving Abroad = A Soft Life
  • S2 E 14: Healthcare Abroad Pt. 1
  • S2 E 17: Black Pregnancy Abroad
  • S2 E 19: Black Motherhood Abroad Pt. 1
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  • S4 E 21: Living in Spain

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