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I moved from the US to Costa Rica. It was the only way my family could buy a house and afford childcare.

Zachary Gerth moved to Costa Rica for a better quality of life, embracing a community-oriented culture for his family.
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Opinion: Want to leave the country? Consider a few things first

Moving abroad can be a lonely experience, influenced by shifting immigration policies and cultural adjustments.

Too much grief and no joy':This Bay Area couple plans to return to the US after their dream life in France became a nightmare'

Adjusting to life in France has proven difficult for Joanna and Ed, leading them to consider returning to the US after a year.

Opinion: Want to leave the country? Consider a few things first

Moving abroad can be a lonely experience, influenced by shifting immigration policies and cultural adjustments.

Too much grief and no joy':This Bay Area couple plans to return to the US after their dream life in France became a nightmare'

Adjusting to life in France has proven difficult for Joanna and Ed, leading them to consider returning to the US after a year.
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She felt trapped in her corporate job in NYC, so she quit and moved to South Korea. Now, she lives alone in a $640-a-month loft.

Chen Teng's decision to move to South Korea transformed her life from corporate stress to fulfilling freelance and modeling opportunities.

I worked in China's brutal 996 tech culture. I'm relieved they laid me off.

The 996 work culture in China severely impacts personal life, with employees losing their free time to excessive working hours.

Why do foreigners find Germany such a hard country to settle in?

Germany ranked 50 out of 53 in the 2024 Expat Insider Survey, highlighting significant challenges for foreign residents despite its high standard of living.

Why is Berlin a lonely city for many foreign residents?

Berlin struggles with a reputation for loneliness despite its cultural richness, as many newcomers find it challenging to form lasting friendships.
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