Why Am I So Tired? The Mental Load of Living in Another Culture

In this episode of The Crossroads of Culture, we dig into a kind of tired that doesn’t go away with a nap.You’ve crossed borders, learned new customs, maybe even a new language—but no one warned you how heavy everyday life could feel. From navigating unfamiliar systems to constantly interpreting unspoken rules, the mental load of living cross-culturally is real... and it’s exhausting.This one’s for the overthinkers, the culture-switchers, and the ones wondering why the smallest things feel so hard some days.🎧 Tune in for honest reflections, gentle encouragement, and a reminder that what you’re carrying is valid.Follow Janessa Elise: International CommunicationsInstagram: ⁠@janessa_elise⁠Substack: ⁠https://substack.com/janessaelise⁠📩 DM us your stories or tips for managing the mental load abroad.💌 Download your free reflection journal and join the community on Substack. Get full access to The Crossroads of Culture at janessaelise.substack.com/subscribe