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what to do when starting over and SETTLING DOWN in a new country | life transition 🍁
Moving to a new country and relocating can be both exciting and overwhelming. In this video, I’ll walk you through what it’s like starting over in a new country, settling in, and adjusting to life abroad. From moving into my permanent residence from an Airbnb, running errands, handling admin tasks, and setting up my new room in Germany, I’ll share the ups and downs of the experience.
I’ll also talk about the challenges I’ve faced, how I dealt with culture shock, and what small things can make you feel off-balance when moving abroad. If you’re relocating, whether for the short or long term, this video will give you some insights and practical tips to ease the transition.
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This video is for you if you are wondering:
- What should I expect in my first weeks abroad?
- What are some practical tips to settle in quicker?
- What should I do to establish a routine?
- How do I make the transition smoother and more comfortable?
You will takeaway:
- The realities of settling into a new country, adapting to the culture, making new connections, and establishing a routine
- A Free Guide and Checklist on Settling in a New Country. Download your free checklist here: tinyurl.com/settlinginchecklist
Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro
00:42 - Challenges of Moving to a New Place
02:10 - Who Am I?
03:42 - Surprise!!!
04:59 - 1. Sort Out Paperwork
07:26 - 2. Set Up Your New Space
10:11 - 3. Get to Know Your New Home
11:58 - 4. Discover + Adjust to Culture
14:44 - Give Yourself Time
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Hello, I am Elsa and I am the narrator, storyteller and filmmaker behind onthemove.studios. This is a channel that seeks to bring viewers onboard my full-time travel adventures and unconventional lifestyle choices by being on the move and locationally independent. I hope that through my stories, I will inspire more people to question their priorities and actively build their own dream life starting from today as there are many places to explore, friends to be made and ideas to be tested out in our lifetime. Your dream life might look different from mine, but if you know deep down in your gut that you have yet to tap into your fullest potential to work towards becoming the best version of yourself, join me on this journey to figure out this life together, through the good, bad and honest mundane days.
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  • @stevensiegert
    @stevensiegert 8 днів тому

    When I think of the traditional hearty/savory food here in Southwestern Germany, yeah, there may be few vegan options, but none come to mind, hmm, except for one rn, potato salad with vinegar & oil, but that's a side dish. Vegetarian dishes there certainly are, which makes sense considering that meat was not an everyday option in the past.

  • @msserman07
    @msserman07 10 днів тому

    I lived in Germany for 19 years and recently everytime I go back to visit it blows my mind how expensive everything is. Each time around 15-20% higher

    • @onthemove.studio
      @onthemove.studio 10 днів тому

      Interesting perspective! I think I feel the same with returning to my home country Singapore - maybe things are just getting more expensive everywhere. For me I feel like Germany has a good balance of quality for its price at least which really nice :)

  • @sylviaschaich
    @sylviaschaich 13 днів тому

    Nice vid

  • @addictedtotemplates
    @addictedtotemplates 13 днів тому

    Not an easy decision. Gonna follow you for more updates. I see people are choosing Germany and Netherlands more nowadays. Amazing countries in my view :)

    • @onthemove.studio
      @onthemove.studio 12 днів тому

      Welcome!! ⋆。°✩ Are you yourself looking to move abroad? Yes - even for me, as I move around to explore different countries and open up to more experiences, there are so many good things in each one of them. It's exciting to see what's in store!

  • @Niksje075
    @Niksje075 15 днів тому

    Yeah in the netherlands is the same❤😊

    • @onthemove.studio
      @onthemove.studio 14 днів тому

      Amazing, I really love the Pfand system and think that its a great initiative to encourage citizens to recycle ☺

  • @onthemove.studio
    @onthemove.studio 24 дні тому

    ❤ Don’t miss out on the free checklist and guide containing the points mentioned in the video here: mailchi.mp/3f40a3a04bf1/lead-generation

  • @jivkokatz
    @jivkokatz Місяць тому

    Thumbs up. loved it

  • @al_suvel
    @al_suvel Місяць тому

    Love seeing your perspective!

    • @onthemove.studio
      @onthemove.studio Місяць тому

      Can you believe it’s exactly a year ago now?? Before we met each other!! And how Kiel feels has definitely transformed through our time spent living there and how we are seeing places differently from when we first moved there. 💭

  • @onthemove.studio
    @onthemove.studio Місяць тому

    looking for more budget travel ideas? be sure to click the subscribe button to stay in the loop ;)

  • @onthemove.studio
    @onthemove.studio Місяць тому

    Interested in more content about living abroad? Here’s one other video to start with: ua-cam.com/video/wdVmtl9DABM/v-deo.htmlfeature=shared What are some questions you have about living abroad and travelling for long on the road? Let’s put them down in the comments!! ❤

  • @jivkokatz
    @jivkokatz Місяць тому

    6:34 my star-moment 😹😹😹

    • @onthemove.studio
      @onthemove.studio Місяць тому

      @@jivkokatz hahahaha I loved putting that in 🫶🏼 why haven’t we done that more?!

  • @pattp6315
    @pattp6315 Місяць тому

    Thanks a bunch! I'm moving to Germany next month and I'm a bit worried about how much groceries will cost. 😅 Anyway, loved the video!

    • @onthemove.studio
      @onthemove.studio Місяць тому

      Thank you for your supportive words, means alot to me. Moving to Germany - big move, it's going to be exciting! What are some other concerns that you have with the move?

  • @Andy_001_
    @Andy_001_ Місяць тому

    Interesting video, thanks! Does Germany have self-checkout tills at some supermarkets now?

    • @onthemove.studio
      @onthemove.studio Місяць тому

      Aw, thank you for your kind comment. Yes, they do! That is a good point that I missed out. I love going to these - less stressful and super easy process as well. I realise that not a lot of people enjoy using these though, so most of the time when I use them, I get to "cut the queue" past many others

  • @onthemove.studio
    @onthemove.studio 2 місяці тому

    Other Seward Vlogs: 👣 Budget Travel in Seward with Workaway: ua-cam.com/video/VDbCF7Bvlg4/v-deo.htmlsi=b6ByqCbKnTeshdpb 👣 Seeking Solitude and Solo Traveling in Seward: ua-cam.com/video/k_BfpjnSjLM/v-deo.htmlsi=FnF1Ca3JMrOyA7Tb 👣 Self-discovery through Solo-Traveling: ua-cam.com/video/dN7QxaLZUqE/v-deo.htmlsi=YQ1Aa2906GFgeaBC

  • @harikachaganti468
    @harikachaganti468 3 місяці тому

    When did you get to see the lights? what is your recommendation?

    • @onthemove.studio
      @onthemove.studio 2 місяці тому

      Hey there! Sorry for the lag time in response. Yes, I have seen beautiful lights in yellowknife. Actually, the most amazing ones were from the rooftop of my host's place - you don't have to go far some times, just to have an eager spirit and willingness to head outside with the winter gear when signs of the lights show. I was there from January to April for the winter season and saw my most beautiful ones around end of March. Believe it or not, I was disappointed for the first one month I was there as it took some time before I saw faded glimpses of it. But I didn't give up hope and was rewarded with really unforgettable experiences :)

  • @onthemove.studio
    @onthemove.studio 4 місяці тому

    learning the language of the country in you are in is a big part of living abroad. for me, I find Babbel super helpful for convenient and step by step learning and consistent practice. Get 3 months free with this link: share.babbel.com/x/vOnyub

  • @al_suvel
    @al_suvel 4 місяці тому

    💫🩵

  • @onthemove.studio
    @onthemove.studio 4 місяці тому

    Looking for more Seward, Alaska content? They are all compiled here in one playlist: tinyurl.com/60degreesNorthSeward

  • @onthemove.studio
    @onthemove.studio 4 місяці тому

    moreover, there are tricks to travel in a financially friendly way while not compromising the experiences. check out my latest video on budget travelling in Seward, Alaska here: ua-cam.com/video/VDbCF7Bvlg4/v-deo.htmlsi=_UGQEDImhF4K20sL

  • @onthemove.studio
    @onthemove.studio 5 місяців тому

    ich liebe meine Deutsche freunde <3

  • @al_suvel
    @al_suvel 5 місяців тому

    haven't heard about this platform, gotta check it out!

  • @onthemove.studio
    @onthemove.studio 5 місяців тому

    Check out my Alaskan solo travel playlist, with the videos documenting my time from Anchorage to Seward, compiled here in one playlist: tinyurl.com/60degreesNorthSeward

  • @onthemove.studio
    @onthemove.studio 5 місяців тому

    Looking for more Seward, Alaska content? They are all compiled here in one playlist: tinyurl.com/60degreesNorthSeward

  • @english-esrj
    @english-esrj 5 місяців тому

    Sweeeet. I’ve not heard of this city in the Arctic!! 😎

  • @english-esrj
    @english-esrj 5 місяців тому

    Amazing landscapes

  • @english-esrj
    @english-esrj 5 місяців тому

    🦭🦭🦭🦭😍😍

  • @onthemove.studio
    @onthemove.studio 5 місяців тому

    this reel features some clips from my trip on the VIA rail across Canada, from Montreal to Vancouver. You can check out a more detailed vlog of the scenery and train ride here: ua-cam.com/video/nvXqN2oKP2k/v-deo.htmlsi=jTQhBdbOVpBQ0YFs

  • @al_suvel
    @al_suvel 5 місяців тому

    so inspiring!!

  • @english-esrj
    @english-esrj 5 місяців тому

    😻😻

  • @onthemove.studio
    @onthemove.studio 5 місяців тому

    what does Seward, Alaska have to offer? check out more beautiful landscapes and the city of Seward here: ua-cam.com/video/j3RvTbUVoMg/v-deo.htmlsi=4VZlWsYkAA0j3jOY don't hesitate to comment if you have questions about travelling to this beautiful remote Alaskan landscape!

  • @onthemove.studio
    @onthemove.studio 5 місяців тому

    Watch more of my solo travel adventure to Alaska here: ua-cam.com/video/lhI2oqMfpz8/v-deo.htmlsi=X8B0Gz9DQKQL1xa3

  • @al_suvel
    @al_suvel 5 місяців тому

    your b-roll inspires to travel somewhere to nature!!!

  • @jivkokatz
    @jivkokatz 5 місяців тому

    This is a response to Midhuns comment to about the van

  • @al_suvel
    @al_suvel 6 місяців тому

    good job ❤

  • @Mansiang978
    @Mansiang978 6 місяців тому

    Hi Elsa, what month you were diving off TARP? I had a not quite nice experience dive in December because the water was not clear. Very low visibility = nothing to see. I was dive behind Manukan & Sapi. Really, i don't remember anything i saw perhaps really nothing. Thats why i plan to do my AOW off Semporna this time because i had a amazing dives over Mataking, Mabul, kapalai & Timba - Timba.

    • @onthemove.studio
      @onthemove.studio 6 місяців тому

      hey Mansiang, I was there in October! The waters were quite okay when the sun is out. Managed to see some nice reefs and fishes. But there was also the second day when it was rainy and we didn't see much animals because we were also aiming to complete the 30m deep dive (hence perhaps that's why I wasn't having super high expectations to see much)

  • @al_suvel
    @al_suvel 6 місяців тому

    beautiful!!

  • @suddenlysolo2170
    @suddenlysolo2170 7 місяців тому

    We are at very different stages of life with very similar views I believe. I applaud you for following your heart and experiencing life on your terms. As you get older you begin to realize just how short life is and that no one is guaranteed a tomorrow and you regret all of those things that you put off for another day. My wife and I had always wanted to ride the Canadian across the country when we retired - she died at 52 yrs. old and we never got that ride. I'm going to board the train to Toronto in Edmonton on Christmas Eve this year and take the journey solo

    • @onthemove.studio
      @onthemove.studio 7 місяців тому

      thank you for sharing your story and thoughts. I wish you a good trip at the end of this year and I am sure the trip will remind you much of your wife. she will be there with you in your heart im sure!

  • @jivkokatz
    @jivkokatz 7 місяців тому

    Schick👌

  • @MidhunMohanan-sc5ql
    @MidhunMohanan-sc5ql 8 місяців тому

    Ok let's build a camper van next .....

    • @onthemove.studio
      @onthemove.studio 8 місяців тому

      You fix your bike first 🚴🏼‍♂️

  • @Francisco-ch6uf
    @Francisco-ch6uf 8 місяців тому

    Promo'SM

  • @just4playz
    @just4playz 9 місяців тому

    ❤❤❤

  • @just4playz
    @just4playz 9 місяців тому

    ❤❤❤

  • @nutbutterntoejam2566
    @nutbutterntoejam2566 10 місяців тому

    Hey Elsa! Awesome video! Am thinking of taking my AOW later this month. How is the marine life down there at TARP? Would you say it is worth it to travel to KK from SG to dive in TARP or travel further towards Sipadan area for AOW?

    • @onthemove.studio
      @onthemove.studio 10 місяців тому

      Hi there! Thank you for watching my video. :) Personally, I would say if you can afford, to go towards Sipadan. For me, there were some corals and fishes like in the video to see in TARP, but I am sure Sipadan would be much more mesmerizing and with more wildlife to witness. :)

    • @onthemove.studio
      @onthemove.studio 10 місяців тому

      Unless you also have other plans to do other things in KK, like I did with Mount Kinabalu (ua-cam.com/video/2ppnD1yukOc/v-deo.htmlsi=mje2OANc6IpfmFGd), and you don't mind the trade off of a more "average" dive experience, TARP would be an okay choice :)

    • @nutbutterntoejam2566
      @nutbutterntoejam2566 10 місяців тому

      @@onthemove.studio Awesome! Thanks for your reply! <3

  • @adriennevillafuerte
    @adriennevillafuerte 10 місяців тому

    This was very beautiful! Well done! I wish you the best in 2024 🎉

    • @onthemove.studio
      @onthemove.studio 10 місяців тому

      thank you so much, adrienne! this means alot to me, and back at you, i wish you a blessed 2024 ;)

  • @RaniVeluNachar-kx4lu
    @RaniVeluNachar-kx4lu 11 місяців тому

    This is comment #5. The fifth time is the best time, jobs, places to live, girlfriends and surfboards.

  • @405Lenny
    @405Lenny 11 місяців тому

    Beautiful pups! Best of luck to you and thank you for loving these dogs. 🙏

    • @onthemove.studio
      @onthemove.studio 11 місяців тому

      Yes they are super adorable and deserve loving homes!

  • @pvvnz9031
    @pvvnz9031 11 місяців тому

    Quite an eye opening experience with this clip. Thanks for sharing and love the music that giving a traveler's vibe!

    • @onthemove.studio
      @onthemove.studio 11 місяців тому

      Awww, thank you for your comment! I am so glad that it was eye opening for you and showed you a little glimpse of what it's like to live in the NWT. More videos like this coming up!

  • @EmpStateXplorer
    @EmpStateXplorer Рік тому

    all your videos have more than just the visual & sound effect... Great job

    • @onthemove.studio
      @onthemove.studio 11 місяців тому

      Thank you so much for your kind comment, I hope to bring more of such content in the future too!

  • @EmpStateXplorer
    @EmpStateXplorer Рік тому

    another great video. Thanks for sharing.

  • @EmpStateXplorer
    @EmpStateXplorer Рік тому

    Thanks for sharing the video. I am planning for a similar trip in the future.

    • @onthemove.studio
      @onthemove.studio Рік тому

      I am glad that I could share my experience and give you a better idea of how to plan for your trip!