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Trailing Spouse - are you thinking only of everything you have to give up in this move, or have you considered the opportunities that could open up, and where those might take you? 5. Does this choice excite me, or deplete me of energy? This is a great piece to tune into - if you've made the decision to go, and feel excited, even though you have some fears and doubts, then you know you're headed in the right direction. If however, the decision to stay/leave causes you to end up feeling drained, exhausted, and frustrated, it may be an indicator that something deeper than your conscious thoughts is calling for your attention. 6. Will this help me grow as a person, or will I use it as a way to beat myself up? This question is especially relevant if you decided to relocate and you end up disappointed. As the Expat, perhaps you end up disappointed with the work experience. As the trailing spouse, perhaps you don't find the opportunities you thought you would. So, you have the choice, at that point, to beat yourself up, blame yourself for making a lousy decision, and either turn back, or be miserable. OR, you can accept that the experience didn't turn out how you expected, and it's not your fault. Then, you can decide whether to give up, or, truly take a look at the experience and decide if there's something you can do to make it more joyful. Knowing that you hold the keys to your own empowerment allows you create the outcome you want, and that will make you truly happy. 7. Is this an act of faith, or an act of fear? This is so important, and really the core message of your decision. The choice to stay, or remain, will no doubt bring up fears, as change often does. It may bring up excitement, too. However, at the end of the day, if you choose to take, or turn down, this relocation opportunity out of fear, you will end up dis-empowered, and perhaps sabotage the experience. If, however, you act from faith, knowing and accepting that there may be hard times, you will open doors for yourself, and know that, even in the low moments, you'll find a way forward. Of course, there's many points to consider beyond this such as education, health care, bureaucracy, cost of living, etc. But I offer you these excellent Affordable Haircuts in St.Petersburg FL thinking points from which to start your decision process. I think the main benefit of asking these questions is that you get to realize this is a conscious decision, made by you. This in turn empowers you to take responsibility to make the experience the best it can be, even in the rough spots. If you found these tips helpful, you might want to take a look at "The Right Questions" to learn more about this questioning process. You may also enjoy the tips and strategies about relocating successfully, offered in my How To Feel at Home Anywhere in the World report, and Affordable Facial in Powell TN mp3 affirmation file available at culturetransition.com.
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