"But how will you live there if you don't speak the language?!" Every expat or immigrant has heard this question… and in this episode, we're tackling it head-on!
Join Lili and Taylor as they dive into the real struggles and surprising wins of navigating life in countries where English isn't the primary language. Lili reveals her humbling experience living in Spain despite years of classroom Spanish (spoiler: she could barely order a beer), while Taylor shares her Czech Republic journey and whether learning Czech is worth the effort.
In this episode:
The honest truth about whether you NEED to learn the local language to thrive abroad
How language barriers impact your ability to build authentic friendships
Our tried-and-tested language learning methods that actually work for busy adults
The unexpected emotional impact of not understanding conversations around you
Practical tips for surviving daily life when you're still learning (grocery shopping, doctor visits, bureaucracy)
Whether you're considering a move to a non-English speaking country or already struggling with language immersion, this episode delivers actionable strategies and real talk about what it's actually like on the ground.
Listen now for the language learning advice we wish we'd had before moving abroad!
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Tags: language learning abroad, expat language barriers, living in non-English countries, learning Czech, Spanish for expats, language immersion, American expats in Europe, language learning apps, cultural adaptation, moving abroad, expat dating, language learning tips, immigrant problems
