Pictured here, author and environmental activist Chelsea Juneidi. Image © Chelsea Juneidi

Expat Entrepreneur of the Month - Chelsea Juneidi

Diana August 26, 2019

This is the story of the author and creator behind the popular blog My Amman Life. Chelsea Juneidi is a vegan environmental activist who is inspiring people in Jordan to find the most sustainable and humane alternatives for eating, traveling, shopping and volunteering locally.

Leaving her home in the U.S. at the age of 21 brought life-changing opportunities for this month’s entrepreneur. After spending a decade in Spain and then moving to the Middle East, Chelsea’s environmental concerns and activism only grew throughout the years. Now in India, she shares the journey that led her here. Read her story on this week’s blog.

5 Lessons Learned from Starting an Accountability Group Overseas

Diana July 8, 2019

Before I used to think that being able to accomplish things on my own and being self-sufficient were a sign of strength; however, I am glad I recognized the need to be connected to others and that by holding myself accountable to other people I am helping myself and others more effectively.

Here are five lessons learned —so far— from starting an accountability group overseas.

Pictured here, American photographer and designer Monique Kovacs Nathan at the Bouddhanath Stupa in Kathmandu, Nepal. Photo provided by the artist.

Expat Woman Entrepreneur of the Month - Monique Kovacs Nathan

Diana April 29, 2019

Living overseas makes us stronger and wiser in different levels. Though it is usually the challenges that help us grow the most. No country, I assume, comes without its own set of challenges. Living as an expat who is constantly on the move is part of it.

In this month’s interview with American photographer and designer Monique Kovacs Nathan, we will talk about how leaving behind a promising career in California helped her find a new purpose to help disadvantaged children in Nepal and how spending time to cultivate her passion for creativity was a gift she would forever treasure. This is her story. It is sure to inspire you.

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Get to Know Other Expats Outside an Office Environment - 5 Ideas you Can Try Today

Diana February 4, 2019

It is not easy to leave behind your career, your colleagues as well as your financial independence when you follow your partner to pursue their career around the world. However; one of the privileges of living a nomadic lifestyle is that it enriches your life in a myriad of ways that have nothing to do with what you do for a living.

So how do you get to meet other interesting people when you’re not working a 9-5 pm job? Here are five ideas on how to get to know other expats outside an office environment.

Nausheen Shaikh is an Indian entrepreneur currently living in Amman, Jordan. This is her story on how to pursue your passions and keep a positive outlook when you move overseas.

Expat Woman Entrepreneur of the Month - Nausheen Shaikh

Diana January 28, 2019

Indian entrepreneur Nausheen Shaikh shares her story on how gratifying it is to pursue your passions when you live overseas and the opportunities this lifestyle brings.

Her love for handmade paper designs started from an early age. It wasn’t until she moved to Jordan that she had the opportunity to pursue it on a daily basis. Read on to find inspiration on how creativity can be very fulfilling but how it can also connect you to others as well.

Lizzie Alexander from Sisu Holistic Health shares her personal journey to wellness. It all started in Amman, Jordan.

Expat Woman Entrepreneur of the Month - Lizzie Alexander

Diana December 31, 2018

From researching the world’s oceans and their ecosystems to changing her career to holistic nutrition and health coaching, Lizzie Alexander has not only transformed the most important aspects of her life, but she is now helping others to do the same whilst living in Amman, Jordan. This is how she did it.