Uploaded March 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
The One Year Expat Curse… is it actually real?
Before I ever moved to the Philippines, I heard people talk about this “one year wall” — that point where the excitement fades and the reality starts to set in. At the time, I didn’t think much of it… but now, I’m starting to understand exactly what they meant.
In this video, I talk about how things can slowly shift over time. What once felt easy and exciting can start to feel frustrating — from small everyday inconveniences to bigger challenges that seem to stack up. Some people call it “death by a thousand cuts”… and honestly, that description hits pretty close to home.
But is it really a curse? Or just part of adjusting to a completely different way of life?
I share my honest thoughts and experiences as an expat living here in the Philippines — the good, the bad, and everything in between. If you’ve lived abroad or are thinking about making the move, this is something you’ll definitely want to hear.
Let me know in the comments — have you ever felt this before?
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The One Year Expat Curse… is it actually real?
Before I ever moved to the Philippines, I heard people talk about this “one year wall” — that point where the excitement fades and the reality starts to set in. At the time, I didn’t think much of it… but now, I’m starting to understand exactly what they meant.
In this video, I talk about how things can slowly shift over time. What once felt easy and exciting can start to feel frustrating — from small everyday inconveniences to bigger challenges that seem to stack up. Some people call it “death by a thousand cuts”… and honestly, that description hits pretty close to home.
But is it really a curse? Or just part of adjusting to a completely different way of life?
I share my honest thoughts and experiences as an expat living here in the Philippines — the good, the bad, and everything in between. If you’ve lived abroad or are thinking about making the move, this is something you’ll definitely want to hear.
Let me know in the comments — have you ever felt this before?
🛠️ My Adventure Gear:
DJI Chest mount: amzn.to/4tis2bM
DJI Bar Mount: amzn.to/4rxibNw
Laptop: amzn.to/4sjUDwY
Camera: amzn.to/3Njik8X
Tripod: amzn.to/490VATo
Storage: amzn.to/49nflU1
Insoles: amzn.to/490VD1w
Backpack: amzn.to/4q3GFhm
Travel Router: amzn.to/4a9SVHp
As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
