The Black Expat Experience Episode 9: Seeking to Create a Life by Design as an Expat in Portugal with Shar Wynter

Sharolyn, is a social entrepreneur who promotes racial equity, social advocacy, and community empowerment. She is the founder and CEO of Xpat, Inc. and creator of The Xpat App, which connects the global Black community that works, studies, and lives abroad. With representation from over 120 countries & territories across the globe, the app includes the world's largest online directory for Black expats, nomads, and study abroad students.  Equipped with insights from her global experience, Sharolyn is on a mission to improve the social mobility and overall wellbeing of the Black community by providing exposure and access to experiences, networks, and opportunities abroad.  Originally from Detroit, the Spelman grad currently resides in Lisbon, Portugal where she devotes her time to growing the Xpat community, exploring new cultures, and investing in passion projects. "Go where you grow and never stop exploring" is a motto that guides Shar's life.  If you want to connect with Shar and support the pivotal work she is doing, follow her on the following platforms:   Shar: @FeetMeetsLand on IG  Xpat: @XpatChats on IG and https://www.xpatinc.com/   Thank you for taking some time to listen to this episode and for leaving  your constructive feedback. The success of our show and the promotion of mental health in underrepresented and global communities depends on your support. Please subscribe to our Youtube channel, @aspire_counselingwell, and if you are interested in receiving more relevant mental health information, visit www.aspirecounselingwell.com and subscribe to our newsletter to join our community. You can also follow us on Instagram at our new account, @blackexpatexperience and on Twitter at @blackexpatlives. Be well and remember to prioritize your mental health today!