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#RI-6aed5506·24 days ago·
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“Moved back to the US after 12 years abroad”

Found it easier to adjust than expected, but missed being different

What I wish I knew
"Being different was a defining aspect of my experience overseas"
If I could tell you one thing
"Embracing your uniqueness can be a valuable part of living abroad"
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Would make the same decision again.
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