by Girl Gone International | Oct 7, 2021 | Move, Must Reads
PSYCHOLOGIST, sam capon, on loneliness abroad Life abroad can be exhilarating. Dopamine, the chemical that provides pleasure, pumps through us as we explore different places, try new foods and have different experiences. What an achievement! We’ve left our old... 
by Girl Gone International | Apr 5, 2021 | April 2021, Live
In the weeks leading up to Ramadan, billions of Muslims around the world begin googling “Ramadan start date.” This is in preparation for what is considered as the most sacred and challenging month of the year in the Islamic community. Sara Hamouda is one of the... 
by Girl Gone International | Mar 24, 2021 | Live, March 2021
Your period isn’t supposed to be excruciating — there’s actually nothing normal about being in debilitating pain on a monthly basis. For a long time I was led to believe that missing school during my period was normal. That this was the price of womanhood. My mother... 
by Girl Gone International | Feb 14, 2021 | February 2021, Live
Girl Gone International (GGI) interviewed Rosemary to discuss her experiences in finding love abroad and outside her comfort zone. Meet Rosemary Ajuka, a former radio host, activist and innovator. She currently works in International Marketing. Although she lives in... 
by Girl Gone International | Jan 22, 2021 | Move
Clinical psychologist Dr. Melissa Parks from Intentional Expat give us her to life-saving tips to help you transition to your new life overseas. 1. Be aware of where you are . . . And not just in terms of your physical location. Living or traveling overseas involves a...