80: Still a Foreigner: The Art of Belonging Again

08/10/2025 12 min Temporada 7 Episodio 80

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What happens when you move back home, and realize you no longer fully belong?In this episode, I share what it’s been like to move back to Indonesia after years abroad and how even though I look like the locals, I still feel a little foreign.As I record this episode from Namibia (returning "home" to visit my old life), a place that holds so many of my memories, I’m reminded that home isn’t always where you were born, it’s where you grow into yourself.We’ll talk about:The identity gap that comes with returning homeWhy adaptability is one of the most powerful soft skills you can cultivateThe beauty (and reality) of moving countries — and how to find your place againAnd a simple reminder: you are not a tree; you can moveWhether you’re in a new city, a new career, or a new season of life , this episode is for anyone learning to belong to themselves again.Because at the end of the day, home is not a fixed place.It’s you, grounded, growing, and brave enough to keep exploring.Resources & Links:My blog → ⁠https://ladymarsela.wordpress.com⁠Instagram → ⁠https://www.instagram.com/ladymarsela⁠Facebook → ⁠https://www.facebook.com/ladymarsela1⁠YouTube → ⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/ladymarsela⁠Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational and inspirational purposes only. The host accepts no responsibility for any loss or damage caused by the use or interpretation of information shared in this episode.