No Regrets: Why Cheryl Chose Albania for Her Midlife Move

Cheryl is a seasoned entrepreneur who built a multi-million dollar business over 32 years. She's traveled to seven continents and over 40 countries. And in 2023, she made her dream of living abroad a reality, moving to Tirana, Albania. Currently on sabbatical, Cheryl is embracing this next chapter as an expat in Albania with curiosity and joy. If you feel that moving abroad is too expensive, complicated, or that you've waited too long, Cheryl's inspiring story proves otherwise. Learn what surprised her most about Albanian culture, and how she’s building community in her new home city. Find Cheryl on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fearlesswonderer/ IN THIS VIDEO: - Cheryl’s “good enough” life before making the move abroad - Her method of downsizing and the emotional challenges of moving abroad - Some of the pros and cons of living in Albania - What Cheryl loves most about living in Tirana - Why taking a scouting trip to Albania is an essential step CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introducing Cheryl and Albania 02:30 Cheryl's life before her move to Tirana 07:15 Reasons and inspiration behind Cheryl's move 12:40 Addressing fears and finding a supportive community 17:30 How Cheryl unexpectedly discovered Albania as her next destination 22:10 Cheryl's initial impressions and connection with Albania's capital city 26:30 Navigating the emotional and financial aspects of downsizing 34:00 First experiences and the process of adjusting to life in Albania 39:30 Cheryl's daily routine and social connections in Tirana 43:45 Cheryl's reflections about moving abroad 46:30 Advice for women over 30 dreaming of living abroad 50:30 Wrapping up Cheryl's inspiring story about Albania 🍿WATCH NEXT How to Move to a Different Country | How to Move Abroad in 4 Steps! - https://youtu.be/2QstwtuAmDw RESOURCES FOR FUTURE EXPATS 💃🏽 She Hit Refresh Facebook group: Join our thriving community of over 17,000 women age 30+: https://www.facebook.com/groups/shehitrefresh/ ✈️ Move Abroad After 30 Masterclass: A four-day live training covering the essential steps to moving abroad, from visa options to mindset work. Join the waitlist at https://shehitrefresh.com/masterclass. 👯‍♀️ Refresher’s Lounge: A paid membership community for women actively planning their move abroad, offering ongoing support, resources, and a close-knit community. Join the waitlist at https://shehitrefresh.com/lounge. 📖 Updated Visa Guide to Europe: “I’m Outta Here! An American’s Ultimate Visa Guide to Living in Europe,” covers 19 countries and 50+ visa options! Your purchase of this digital book includes lifetime access to updates. If you're looking to move to Europe, get your copy at https://shehitrefresh.com/visaguide. ⭐️ THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSOR, INTERNATIONAL LIVING! ⭐️ A big thank you goes out to our new sponsor, International Living! Check them out for resources on retiring abroad, including: 🌏 International Living: How to Move Out of the US Workshop: https://signup.internationalliving.com/2406413 Romania, Albania, or Serbia: Which Balkan Country is Right for You? 🤔 https://youtu.be/TBpKYatBYLM?si=pFUj7DFNIjOrET34 EXTRA RESOURCES 💻 List of 25 Work From Anywhere Companies https://shehitrefresh.com/workfromanywhere 🚀 Move Abroad After 30 Guide https://shehitrefresh.com/moveabroadguide 👩🏻‍💻 STAY CONNECTED Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@SheHitRefresh Website: https://shehitrefresh.com/ Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/shehitrefresh/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shehitrefresh/ 📧 NEWSLETTER Get even more tips and resources on how to move abroad: https://shehitrefresh.com/newsletter #moveabroad #movingabroad #albania