In this episode, Clare is joined by Shane Batista who is originally from Cuba. The discrimination she experienced led to her having to leave her home country. Since then, Shane has lived in the USA, Spain and now the UK.Her journey is a complex one, with many dramatic ups and downs. Shane leaves nothing out and is very honest about her journey and her observations of her new countries are interesting and entertaining.There is no path in life, forge your own path.KEY TAKEAWAYSAs a lesbian growing up in Cuba Shane faced a lot of discrimination.A chance meeting with an American in the chemist where Shane worked led to her being one of the few people to legally leave Cuba and live in the USA.Life in America was tough at times, but Shane´s experiences there turned her into a strong person.The weather in the UK really is as cold as people tell you.Getting a job in Spain was hard for Shane despite her being an experienced chef and speaking 3 languages.Shane liked Spain but experienced quite a bit of racism while living there.Shane feels comfortable in the UK. But it does not feel like home. For Shane being with the right people is what makes a place feel like home to her.BEST MOMENTS‘Because I faced a lot of discrimination, I grew up thinking why am I in the wrong country? ´‘That country (the USA) built me, made me a strong person.’‘My days in Spain were bittersweet.’‘People are home.’ABOUT THE HOSTClare Kay is a seasoned global mover – with an international career in sales, customer service, personal development, and as a flight attendant. She has sold books and TV programs globally, taught English as a foreign language, and supported non-native speakers through proofreading. Her own global moves – from the UK to Zambia, China, Taiwan, Nigeria, and the USA – bring direct experience, and her global outlook has given her the growth and connections to support others in creating a life abroad. Through her podcast Moving Countries 101, she inspires listeners with the confidence and courage to make their own move – and deepens the cultural conversation in her Facebook Group – Moving Countries 101 with Clare KayCONTACThttps://www.facebook.com/groups/movingcountries101withclarekay/https://www.tiktok.com/@movingcountries101www.linkedin.com/in/clarekay Podcast Description‘Moving Countries 101’ is your essential guide to navigating the complexities of relocating abroad. Host Clare Kay and her guests share authentic stories that highlight the unique challenges and opportunities of making a home in a new country, whether you're moving for a new job, to live with a partner, or to explore a new lifestyle. Clare brings her extensive experience in international travel and business to each episode, delving into the emotional, physical, and cultural impacts of moving countries. Tune in for valuable tips, heartfelt conversations, and a celebration of the diverse experiences that come with living abroad. ‘Moving Countries 101’ is all about embracing change, discovering new perspectives, and finding your place in the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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