Pragati Siddhanti, an expat living in Basel, Switzerland talks about motherhood, travel and building the career while being a desi at heart.
As expats, we often form opinions about the Swiss, their culture, their uniqueness, and how they mingle with other nationalities - most of the time these opinions are influenced by our own apprehensions and hold us back from seeing the bigger picture...but how to know what's right and what's not? Whether you are a newcomer, [...]
In today's fast-paced and often disconnected world, the value of vulnerability and emotional authenticity cannot be overstated. However, vulnerability can be perceived as weakness, and many individuals feel pressured to hide their emotions or put on a brave face in order to fit in or conform to societal expectations. But what if vulnerability was actually [...]
When I first launched My Swiss Story over 6 years ago, I had no specific goals in mind. I'd always enjoyed writing, and for the first time, it had a purpose. My articles and social media posts quickly became popular among expats, particularly women. Looking at the glass half-full, creative collaborations, and re-invention were all [...]
Today on the blog we have a guest post from Kata Pongrácz, who is a wellness coach and does not shy away from calling herself a black belt expat when it comes to building a community. As part of our expat living series, I thought it would be a pleasure to have her on our [...]