Have you ever wondered what it really takes to pick up your life and move to a new country? What does it look like to build and maintain a support network once you've left? What are the pros and cons about emigrating?

In this episode, we answer these questions and more as I’m joined by my good friend and fellow nomad, Ian Visser. Ian has lived in several countries and has a wealth of experience when it comes to uprooting and starting again somewhere new.

We chatted about the realities of emigration, including the tough decisions you have to make, the things you miss most about home, and the surprises that come with making such a big move.

I really enjoyed hearing his differing perspective on what it takes to relocate, leaving behind everything familiar to make a fresh start, and when going back might actually make sense.

“What is underappreciated is probably one of the most courageous things that a person or a family can do.” - Ian Visser

00:00 Introduction

02:38 Emigrating is courageous

03:13 What makes a “successful” move

05:53 What about going back to SA?

10:39 Financial realities of moving abroad

13:28 Comparing healthcare in SA and abroad

15:53 Rebuilding a network

19:10 Positives of emigrating

23:33 “Just go and explore”

This podcast was produced by the team at Zapods Podcast Agency:

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