Is It Okay to Want to Go Back? — When Life Abroad Isn’t What You Hoped For

In this honest and heartfelt episode, we’re talking about something most people don’t admit out loud:What if you’re not thriving abroad?What if you want to go home… and you feel ashamed even thinking about it?We’ll unpack the emotional layers behind this question — the guilt, the grief, and the pressure to “make it work” — and help you tell the difference between burnout, culture shock, and real misalignment.✨ Plus, take the next Ke Bhayo? quiz in the opening segment to find out where you are in your journey.Whether you’re questioning your decision, mourning the loss of your old life, or just feeling done, this episode offers permission to pause, reflect, and find peace in the in-between.🎧 Tune in to feel seen, heard, and supported.—🔗 Follow Janessa Elise: International CommunicationsInstagram: @janessa_elise Waitlist + Updates+ Community: janessaelise.substack.comYouTube: @janessa_elise💌 Want more support?Join the global community, get bonus episodes, or explore coaching: Subscribe here Get full access to The Crossroads of Culture at janessaelise.substack.com/subscribe