How to Make it Through Your First Year Abroad

from 12 Years Out: With Cole Puterbaugh Hosted by Cole Puterbaugh

How do you survive your first year living abroad? In this episode of 12 Years Out with Cole Puterbaugh, I talk about what actually matters during your first year overseas. Living abroad is not just about opportunity or freedom. It is an emotional shift where everything becomes more intense. The highs feel higher and the difficult moments feel heavier. I break down the role of community, why learning the language changes your experience, and how to balance comfort with discomfort. I also talk about why you need something to move toward, not just something you are trying to leave behind. This episode is for anyone considering moving abroad or trying to make sense of their first year living in a new country. Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4b4FiiXIUDscBAVHIDO3lO Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/12-years-out-with-cole-puterbaugh/id1891583275 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@12yearsout X (Twitter): https://x.com/coleputerbaugh

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