Learning Languages Faster and Coping with Culture Shock in Colombia

Try a Solis WiFi Hotspot & Powerbank for International Travel. (Ad)   An expat in Colombia joins Kristin to talk about the reality of learning languages abroad and coping with culture shock in Colombia and Germany.   Originally from Venezuela, Joiner moved to Colombia a few years ago to escape the political crisis. Now, he’s teaching English and Spanish remotely while living in Colombia and traveling the world.   Tune in to hear the reality of living in South America as an expat, plus tips and hacks for learning a new language (fast). Joiner also shares his thoughts on how we can help for native Spanish speakers to learn English.   Then, find out how you can live in Colombia with a Colombia Student Visa.   At the end of this episode, Kristin and Joiner compare Spanish slang words in Colombia, Venezuela, and Costa Rica!   Shoutout to our listener, Dustin, a student of Spanglish360, who introduced Joiner to Badass Digital Nomads! Thanks, Dustin! Episode 194 Special Offers:  Try a Solis WiFi Hotspot & Powerbank for International Travel Apply for Kristin’s Ready to Relocate program Become a Patreon Patron and support the podcast Buy a copy of Digital Nomads for Dummies Learn how to earn an online income with the Freelance to Freedom Online Course Subscribe to Kristin's weekly newsletter   EPISODE 194 TOPICS DISCUSSED/WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: How you can learn a foreign language faster and easier. A unique process for learning Spanish. Tips and tricks for mastering a new language. Empowering yourself to learn something new at any age. How to cope with culture shock Adapting to life in a new country/continent. The difference between life in South America and life in Europe. Why young people in Germany are speaking English more often than German. Joiner’s travel plans for 2023. The best way to travel throughout South America. How to teach remote language classes while traveling. Spanish slang words from Venezuela, Colombia, and Costa Rica. The cultural and lifestyle differences between Venezuela and Colombia. How Joiner is integrating social work into the teaching profession. Remote/flexible job opportunities for ESL students. How to live in Colombia long-term the Colombia Student Visa.   QUESTIONS ANSWERED: Why do people struggle to learn Spanish and how to make it easier? Why is it so hard to learn a new language and how to learn faster? When is the best time to learn a language? Is there an age limit on when you can learn a new language? Why did you move to Germany and how long did you stay? Did you feel culture shock when you first went to Europe? Where did you get the courage to travel the world solo? How do you travel safely in South America? Do accents change when you learn a new language? How can we make English lessons more accessible in Latin America? Has there been an influx in people from other countries that are working remotely? And more!   RESOURCES Resources for Digital Nomads: Learn Spanish online: Spanglish360 How to Get a Colombia Student Visa   Related Podcasts: The Best Way To Learn a Foreign Language (Fast) How To Make Thousands of Dollars per Month Writing on Medium How To Live Like a Local Anywhere in the World With Brent and Michael Are Going Places Is It Possible To Fully Integrate With a Foreign Culture?   Related Videos: Life in Lisbon, Portugal as a Digital Nomad: Cost-of-Living First Month Living in Portugal as a Digital Nomad (Pros & Cons) 17 Ways Portugal and America Are Different How I See the US After Living Abroad for 15 Years [CULTURE SHOCK] What I Dislike About Living Abroad After 20 Years in 60 Countries   Learn More About Spanglish360: Visit their website Follow them on Instagram Follow them on Facebook Connect with Kristin:  Follow on Instagram Subscribe to Traveling with Kristin on YouTube  Subscribe to Digital Nomad TV on YouTube Join the Badass Digital Nomads Facebook Group   ........................................................................................... Support the Badass Digital Nomads Podcast: Buy Kristin a Coffee Become a Patron Leave a 5-Star Review Buy Official Merch  www.badassdigitalnomads.com   ........................................................................................... A special thank you to Kristin's Patrons! Become a Patron for $5/month at Patreon.com/travelingwithkristin  

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Ready to travel the world, live your passions, and design your ideal life? Join YouTube’s Traveling with Kristin, a veteran digital nomad and location-independent entrepreneur, as she guides you through the ins and outs of an international lifestyle. Whether you dream of retiring abroad, working remotely while traveling, or making a permanent move overseas, "Traveling with Kristin" is your go-to resource for all things global living. Kristin has lived and worked from more than 60 countries over the past 20 years while helping more than 1,200 people relocate to 37 different countries. With her extensive experience and insights, she’s redefining what it means to be a digital nomad, showing you how to live happily and fulfilled, while making a meaningful impact on the world. If you’re interested in travel, culture, living abroad, and a digital nomad lifestyle, this podcast is for you. What You'll Learn: * How to Travel or Live Abroad Full-Time * Tips for getting offshore residency, visas, and second passports * Insights into living in different cultures * Tips on transitioning to a location-independent career * Ways to make extra income online or start a side-hustle * The best places to travel or live abroad * And much more Join us on this exciting journey and start designing your life without borders!