Moving abroad can be exciting, but it can also be intimidating when you feel like your language skills are holding you back.
In this conversation, I explore why so many expats wait until their language is “good enough” before putting themselves out there, and how this pursuit of perfection can actually prevent real connection. We discuss the mindset shifts that help expats avoid a fake progress trap and feel at home in a new culture.
Through stories from my own international experiences, we look at the difference between knowing a language and actually using it. From speaking with locals to embracing mistakes, the conversation highlights why confidence grows through action rather than waiting for perfection.
Key topics:
- Building confidence abroad
- The reality of language learning as an expat
- Moving beyond perfectionism
- Creating connections in a new country
- Immersion and real-world communication
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