#11. Part2. Why Belonging Isn’t Guaranteed When You Immigrate — And What Expat Women Must Know

Starting Over In The USA: The Expat Woman's Guide to overcoming Homesickness, Embracing Cultural Differences, and Creating a New Home Away From Home.

How do you rebuild your identity, find belonging, and carry both pride and responsibility as an immigrant in a world that doesn’t always understand you?

In this deeply moving conversation, we explore what it means to start over in the U.S. as a Russian immigrant in a time of global tension and personal transformation.

From grappling with guilt over a homeland’s actions to navigating loneliness, motherhood, faith, and finding “home” in a new culture—this episode speaks to the heart of anyone questioning where they belong and who they are becoming.

Daria shares her incredible journey from the Soviet Union to Texas for love — and how culture shock, loneliness, and identity crises shaped her life as an expat/ immigrant woman in the USA. From navigating political stigma to finding community in San Francisco, this episode explores what it truly means to reinvent yourself and build a home away from home.

In This episode you'll discover:

• Why Therapy & Mental Health Support is important for expats
• When to consider a 'different pond'
• Steps to building Intentional Friendships in the USA

Download now to hear a story of rebuilding, mental wellness, humility, healing, and ultimately, finding purpose and belonging.

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This compelling podcast dives into Expat and immigrant women (and men) stories. Those who immigrate to the USA, tackling the struggles of homesickness, identity crisis, and culture shock in the USA while adjusting to expat life and navigating cultural differences. Through conversations on starting over, reinventing yourself, and finding purpose, it highlights success stories of women's tenacity, and the resilience of expats in the USA. It offers insights into bicultural identity, language barriers, and the challenges of living overseas. The podcast emphasizes the importance of a strong support system and wellbeing for women in pursuit of the American dream.

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