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How to Kill Stress (Expat or Not)

August 25, 2010

I made a quick document entitled “101 Ways to Kill Stress” (right-click on link to Save) Hope this helps you as much in your time in need (all the time) as it does me. Now, of course, having a list of “101 Ways to Kill Stress” can be easier than actually putting just 2 or [...]

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By the Way – Happy Canada Day!

July 1, 2010

July 1st is Canada Day. Happy Canada Day!! This is my first time in the country for the holiday ever. My wife’s first time in many years. We’re spending the day with my wife’s family and many more in a small rural village in northern Nova Scotia. Local events include dancing, concerts of local talent, [...]

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How to Get Rid of Prized Possessions

May 11, 2010

Answer: Move. Nothing helps you say “it’s not that important” like moving across the ocean. We’ve lived in Prague for four years. That’s just four years; it’s not a lifetime. (Unless you’re 4 or younger, right?) It’s amazing how much crap we’ve accumulated in just these four years. Now we’re moving to Canada. And so, [...]

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Human Need #1: Change

April 14, 2010

I’m used to Prague already. I’m not “done” with it, not by any stretch. But I realize that I am used to Prague. How did I realize that? I spent this past weekend in Berlin, Germany. And it was great. Why was it great? First, because I spent it with my family, plus another couple [...]

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What Will It Take For You To Become An Expat?

April 13, 2010

What the hell?!? What are you doing? Why haven’t you done something about it already? Yes, I’m talking to you! Dammit, man – pay attention! Pull your seat a little closer, sit up straight, close your gaping mouth and listen. Really. Focus. Pay attention… You’re sitting there, behind your desk, in front of your computer [...]

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Metric System and You

April 2, 2010

How long is it? How hot is it? How much do you weigh? Those 3 questions can trip up a new American expat faster than asking for directions to the nearest metro stop. Why? Because we’re American, that’s why. The United States of America is one of only 3 countries in the world (out of [...]

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Hey- An ExpatYourself Forum!!

January 26, 2010

I’m not just adventurous in real life (yeah, right), I’m adventurous in website administration. My dream of helping people live overseas suddenly found a glass ceiling – enough time to answer e-mails. So, one idea I came up with is to create a forum where people could ask questions (and I still answer them), but [...]

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Dealing with Sickness

January 22, 2010

Our young daughter is sick today. Not much spare time to write, but it does bring a lot of ideas to mind. Until later, -Jeff

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got Czech Driving License?

January 19, 2010

When we left the States 4 years ago, I knew my driving license would soon expire. “That’s okay, I’ll either get an international driving license or get a local license if I need to.” I didn’t know it, but I was in for a surprise.

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The #1 Secret to Becoming an Expat

January 5, 2010

Before you read any farther, let me reveal the number one secret to becoming a successful expat (a fulfilled, content, wealthy expat – however you want to describe “successful” – the secret applies 100%). One word: Attitude Yes, it’s just about attitude. It’s not about paying off your debts, not how many friends will throw [...]

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