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When Your Dream Job Falls Through: Finding Home in The Netherlands Anyway
Some moves abroad go exactly according to plan. You get the job, secure the visa,…
Building Home Everywhere: One Man’s Journey from Conventional Path to Intentional Living
There’s a script most of us are handed somewhere around high school graduation. Go to…
Mountains, Masters, and Making It Happen: My Journey from Kazakhstan to Switzerland
At 28, I made a decision that would change everything: I left Kazakhstan to pursue…
Reader’s Thoughts
First-generation college student
Reading these stories reminded me that I’m not alone in my journey. Every post on Voice in Transit feels like a conversation with someone who truly understands what it means to start over.
Amara K.
Immigrated from India in 1985
When I left India for the U.S. in 1985, I was just a nervous teenager trying to fit in. Reading these stories brings back memories of that time — the fear, the excitement, the confusion — and the pride that comes with building a life from scratch.
Ravi
High School Senior (Parents from India)
My parents came to the U.S. before I was born, and I never truly understood what they went through until I started reading these stories. Voice in Transit gave me the words to finally ask them about their past.
Arjuni P.
Why We Do What We Do
Each year, millions of people leave behind familiar places in search of education, opportunity, or a better life. While these moves bring growth and discovery, they also come with quiet challenges.
Studies show that around 43% of people who move to a new country experience anxiety disorders, and about 1 in 10 report ongoing feelings of stress, uncertainty, or sadness as they adjust to new surroundings. The process of starting over—learning new systems, building connections, and finding stability—can often feel overwhelming.
Even long after settling in, many continue to face pressure to adapt, succeed, and fit in. Research shows that nearly half of newcomers experience symptoms of anxiety or depression at some point during their transition. These numbers remind us that moving isn’t just about distance—it’s about identity, resilience, and the emotional strength it takes to build a new sense of home. That is why, at Voice in Transit, we share these stories—to bring visibility to the emotional journeys behind every move, remind people they’re not alone, and celebrate the courage it takes to begin again.
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