How I See America After Living Abroad for Over 2 Years

I'm getting really personal today and sharing my honest thoughts about America after traveling the world for 2.5 years and living in Spain for the past 9 months. As an American expat, this is how I see the USA vs Europe. Leaving America to travel abroad in other countries was not a political decision. This isn't about bashing my home country of the United States - it's about the beautiful perspective that comes from experiencing different ways of life. I'll share what I genuinely love and miss about American culture, while also talking about the eye-opening differences I've experienced while living abroad. Things like the slower pace of life, the approach to work-life balance, and yes, the cost of living differences that have honestly surprised me. Travel has given me such gratitude for both what I had at home and what I've discovered abroad. Whether you're American, thinking about traveling, or just curious about different cultural perspectives, I hope this resonates with you. 🌿 Want more calm and clarity in your day? Visit connieriet.com for free access to mindfulness tools, uplifting podcasts, and a full library of 30+ guided meditations. 👚 FREE Step-by-Step Building a Capsule Wardrobe https://www.connieriet.com/build-a-capsule-wardrobe 📦 FREE Decluttering Tips PDF https://www.connieriet.com/decluttering-tips 🎧 Discover Connie’s podcast, Mindful Simplicity: A Mindful Life with Connie Riet — a space for slowing down, reconnecting, and finding peace in the everyday. Listen and follow on Spotify → https://open.spotify.com/show/46kMTaqGHveqKPY6IxUD8d 📔 Cultivate happiness and create the life you want with Connie's Happiness Journal. A positivity journal with insightful prompts to gain clarity and actionable ways to increase joy and peace. The Happiness Journal is available on Amazon in hardcover and paperback. Paperback https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DHPP8K42 Hardcover https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DHPP8K42 ~ Other Videos You May Enjoy Why we're leaving the USA. https://youtu.be/3eInt_I0CoU I got rid of everything I own https://youtu.be/t3me_Kr4y2s My minimalist life fits in a suitcase https://youtu.be/m5DOKhnWvas ~ What I'm Wearing Linen Tunic short sleeved https://amzn.to/4jDgYjt Spanish tunic dress https://amzn.to/44ngJDy Black zip-up sweater https://amzn.to/46lnk0J Cashmere v-neck sweater https://amzn.to/3fZOPIM Charcoal hiking pants quick dry https://amzn.to/4faelnm Skort quick dry sage https://amzn.to/3AJ7rXx Danner trail running shoes https://amzn.to/41XCkPR Felt western hat. https://amzn.to/3d97x Danner boot https://amzn.to/4dWHzFA ~ Website https://www.connieriet.com ~ Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/46kMTaqGHveqKPY6IxUD8d ~ Meditations https://www.connieriet.com/guided-meditations ~ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/connieriet/ ~ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/riet.connie/ ~ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@ConnieRiet Affiliates: Aura app FREE 30 day guest pass using the link below. https://aurahealth.io/refer/aura-49iio/guest-pass Amazon - I may receive a small compensation for qualifying products as an Amazon affiliate. Disclaimer: This is a channel intended to educate, inspire and support you on your personal journey towards inner peace. Connie is not a psychologist or a medical doctor. If you are suffering from any psychological or medical conditions, please seek help from a qualified health professional. #liveabroad #usa #america #leaveamerica #leftamerica #leftusa #expat #liveabroad #realityofusa #expatlife #usavseurope #americanexpat #connieriet #moveawayfromamerica #cultershock #reversecultershock #usacultershock #healthcare #usacostofliving 00:00 seeing the USA from the outside 01:44 what I love about the USA 03:44 slower pace in other countries 04:40 stores not always open 05:43 work life balance 06:24 various definitions of success 07:36 cost of living 08:33 health care 10:51 quality of food 11:40 what travel has taught me