Almost a year ago, I became a freelancer in the Netherlands. The common term is a ZZP’er. I have learned a lot about working for myself as a writer and editor. Some things have been amazing, and some have been challenging. If you’re interested in working for yourself, here are some of the pros and […]
Dutch Is a Very Hard Language to Learn but Not for the Reasons You Think
Dutch is one of those quirky languages that some people often confuse. Whenever I tell people that I live in the Netherlands, I often get strange questions. People from outside of Europe ask how my German or Danish is going. Or sometimes people don’t even know what language is spoken in the Netherlands. I get […]
8 Items You Should Buy When Moving to the Netherlands
Please take note that this blog post may contain affiliate links. Moving away from the place you’ve known your whole life or for years is very hard. This is especially true when moving to a country where it’s always raining, and making friends isn’t always the easiest. But there are ways to feel a little […]
Don’t Be Afraid to Bring Your Creature Comforts Into Your New Life
Moving to a new place often means giving up a lot of your comforts, and potentially, a lot of yourself. That can be hard. It is only natural to want to feel like you belong somewhere. Yes, you should absolutely embrace the experience and learn new things. But there are many ways you can bring […]
Should Religion Be Able to Control Education?
A lot of people in America talk about how higher education should be more affordable and accessible. What they don’t talk about is how to get there. Before you can go to college, you need to graduate high school or get your GED. There are so many people that can’t even get those due to […]
True Love Should Not Be Ignored Because Love Is Beautiful
I just finished watching the movie called The Last Letter From Your Lover, and I’m in tears. From all of the movies that I’ve watched, and I watch a lot of them, this one has been one of the most impactful. Yes, the story is complete fiction, but it can be a true story that […]
Do These 5 Things Before Accepting a Job Offer
It’s very easy to take the first job that comes your way when you need a job. Perhaps you moved to a new country or a new city, or you simply just left/lost your job, and you’re in a rush to have that income. Unfortunately, the best thing for your mental and physical health can […]
My Journey of Moving to the Netherlands – The Immigration Process
One of the most asked questions I get is how in the world did I get a visa to live in the Netherlands. Well, luckily for me, I was in a long-distance relationship with a Dutch guy who could sponsor my visa. Moving to the Netherlands was so much easier than I expected. There were […]
The Dutch Should Get More Credit for Their Approach to Beauty
Do you want to know what I really love about the Netherlands? One of the top reasons that I love living in the Netherlands is the approach to beauty. I know, sounds a bit exaggerated but it’s the truth. Even throughout Europe, every country has a different approach to beauty. In some countries, clothing and […]
Having a Hobby Is Crucial in Order to Feel at Home Here
I often get asked how I made friends in the Netherlands. Well, I’m here to say that it was probably one of the hardest things I’ve done in my life. My advice to everyone looking to make friends is to find a hobby, join a club, and take a class. I underestimated the importance of […]