It is a big decision you´re about to take; one that involves more than weighing pros and cons between your country and another one. It is a process of inner research about you and your future, your relationship and your family, your dreams and your ambitions. It is quite impressive how considering moving abroad already puts your life upside down.

For this week’s post I tried to recall how we experienced the process of decision-making. I remember very well that Jan and I went through different processes: He was very decisive from the beginning on, whereas I have been procrastinating for months. I was for instance worried about the reactions of my family whereas Jan was more than ready to take its chances in the Mexican market.

My decision-process was very emotional, his was rather rational. Later on I learned that this is a common difference between men and women relocating abroad together. Fortunately, we wanted the same thing in the end; I just needed to get to the deciding point at my own pace. It was good that he took the lead though: I think I would have never been really ready… Continue Reading »