Here's Why You Need a Plan B - Facing Uncertainty Abroad
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- Опубликовано: 23 авг 2024
- In uncertain times you need a plan B when moving abroad. The reality of moving abroad with kids is that it puts a lot of responsibility on your shoulders to get things right.
But in the context of a looming recession/depression, the situation in Ukraine and growing tensions between China and Taiwan it can feel difficult to know what the right move looks like.
Which is why, in uncertain times, you need a Plan B (if not a Plan C, D, E and F too).
The desire to move abroad can be incredibly strong. Hopes of creating a better life overseas in sunnier climes with a better standard of living may feel incredibly appealing.
Yet while it's tempting to bury our heads in the sand and to focus on the positive upsides, being aware of the global context in which you hope to start a new life abroad is an essential part of de-risking your move.
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Great attitude from you & I love it. To leave in some countries that aren’t The WEST, person needs to be Adaptable and Resilient. These are the qualities you will need to survive & thrive in Africa & Caribbean. Food in the gardens and solar panels!!
Well, if the past two years didn't make me a prepper I don't know what would! It felt strange to feel so vulnerable and I resolved not to feel that way again. I now have portable water filtration, tools, a compass, emergency radio, waterproof poncho, and food supplies that will last a couple of weeks. I hope I never need any of it, but it doesn't hurt to hedge. And yes, local social networks are perhaps the most important.
See, that's what I like to hear! I'm working on my list of essential supplies at the moment. Good to prepare while the option is still there right?
@@ExodusCollective Exactly. I mean, maybe I watched too many episodes of The Walking Dead back in 2019. But the cost of these supplies is so small compared to the price you might pay without them.
@@i_accept_all_cookies 100%!
I appreciate the honesty in telling the WHOLE story about living in Grenada. I don't know that any place is absolutely perfect but, depending on our individual desires, some are better than others. No matter where we are in the world, contingency plans are necessary. I'm still hoping to move to Grenada, and I thank you for helping me be an informed future ex-pat.
You're most welcome Fran. I look forward to crossing paths with you in Grenada sometime soon!
Thank you for being wicked, honest. At least I will know what to expect if I move there
This is the best insight ever. I'm so happy I came across your blog. I love the fact that you don’t pretend it's all just perfect. It's not. You are just on point. Thank you. Much love and peace to you. God bless.
You are absolutely on point!
Zoe everything you say is universal, regardless of ethnic origins. You're speaking for all of us! You are super cool. I would live in Grenada rather than go down in a Titanic elsewhere!
Thank you 😊!
Grenada is volcanic so fertile, grow as much vegetables and provisions as you can.
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Well I’ve experienced shortages of food as a child during the US invasion and remembered my parents always had produce growing generally, so during that time we were able to get from the little kitchen garden enough to sustain the family ( and it wasn’t lots of land just a few pots of earth to grow things in) and some chickens 🐓 in a built space for eggs) and we just made it work- surviving was the aim
I was literally just thinking today, I wonder when we will get a new video & here you are! ❤
PS: I’ve been solo traveling a lot lately and Grenada is on my list!
Great to hear Grenada is on your to-visit list. I think you'll enjoy life here. Make sure to drop me a line when you get here!
I never comment. 1. I saw you in the market but did not have the nerve to bother you. The line was long and the cashier was slooooow. I am from America, relocated to Grenada. You have help me sooo much. Thank you. Keep moving forward.
Also, sorry to hear about what’s happening in Grenada right now. With that said, I have faith it’ll get better. Just a matter of time… ❤
Sis I am thankful that you are sharing this information. So many are fearful of having these types of conversation which are required and needed. Although currently stateside, we need to prepare as well! A few years back my pastor would share similar stories often and unfortunately some people became afraid and left the church. It’s shouldn’t drive people to fear but consider the alternative. We are so comfortable with having basic necessities at our disposal that many don’t know what it’s like to go without. Growing up my mom talked about this all the time; having a Plan B, C, and D. Keep the conversations going, I’m here for it especially as I prep to be a global nomad. I must also think differently on my moves.
So glad to hear this topic resonates! I'm sure the fact you've been discussing the need to have alternatives since you were a child puts you in a good position to make the smartest choices abroad!
Since I’m planning to move back there was a discussion with my family to mentally prepare them for things like potential food shortages- however, we’ve decided to grow many things ( as we’ve been doing here in the UK in our kitchen garden). There was a saying during Maurice Bishop’s time to “eat what you grow and grow what you eat”
And honestly it’s something most Caribbean people do when they travel abroad on holidays to UK or USA to make a barrel of essential things to ship back.
Some have been able to assist friends and other relatives that way.
I 100% agree, you have to have plan A, B etc. Certain people sitting at the top have a vision they want to create,. They have already pulled the rug from underneath people's feet over the last 2 years, & that vision doesn't really fit with humanity & you only notice it if you really have your eyes open.
What is classed as currency now, & what the masses don't realise is, having multiple passports. The ability to jump from country to country. Also, the digital currency arena is vastly important. All of them require finances.
Hi Zoe, Nice to see you again. Always on point. I think the analogy would be driving in a straight line to your destination. You start slow, and then pick up speed, then you stop for a while. Then you move off the straight line, and move back in again and continue. In other words, you stick to your plan if you have one. Its just that there will be bumps on the way, but then you adapt at the same time. And when you get there, you would say, what was I worried about. As for produce, I know in Grenada they are talking about young people getting into farming.
Great to hear from you as always Andrew. Your analogy is a good one and fingers crossed this mindset of self sufficiency takes hold with the island's youth.
Looking fab as ever. Interesting vlog. Having already relocated you have given me food for thought. Thankfully I feel it is the right decision and fully appreciate the need for a plan B, in order to prepare for every eventuality .
One of the things I have done to enrich expats experiences in Jamaica 🇯🇲 is to set up a UK Link up group, ti connect with others across the island. We are 30+ strong and meet via zoom, in person and share info via WhatsApp. I would recommend anyone migrating to another country establish some sort of support network as it can stave the feeling of isolation and loneliness
Wishing you all the best in 🇬🇩 .
Thanks for this video and all you share- I'm planning to move to Grenada in Feb next year so I'm interested in linking up and I'll keep watching!
Please do - I'm hoping to have meetups on at least a monthly basis next year...
Currently in the process of getting my Antigua and Barbuda passport through decent. Love your channel. I currently have a 1 nearly 2 year old, plan to move to Antigua by the time he is 5 to start school. Food shortage is one of my biggest concerns because I know personally how Antigua can get when it come to food. Not sure about one bag of sugar in one month but yes thanks for showing both the pros and cons. I plan to grown my own fruit and veg also have storage of can goods a seasoning that will last a very long time.
Side note; maybe there is a business opportunity for you to start your own grocery store.
Xx
Your move to Antigua with your son sounds very exciting! Glad you're already factoring in food security. Let me see how I get on with not killing plants lol. If I suceed a fruit & veg store is not a bad sideline. Thanks for the suggestion!
Very good info, keep it coming
I am not in Grenada and am not Black. But everything Zoe says is 100% correct! Yet there is still another danger, an exodus of expat refugees from North America would be opposed by governments and people. Price increases, cost of living increases, gentrification.... And this affects aspects of the Caribbean nations including Grenada that are trapped in the tourist industry.....
yes, migration is a complicated issue. Islands like Barbados seem to be taking a well-considered approach... But as you say, the current global situation is likely to lead to more people fleeing big cities
@@ExodusCollective Good point. Do you mean Barbados is different because of a high cost of living? Or obtaining citizenship? Isn't it fairly easy to obtain retirement residency in Barbados and Grenada as long as you prove with financial paperwork that you can support yourself?
@@dovygoodguy1296 Barbados seems different in its strategy for approaching immigration and population growth. Unlike Panama, Mexico, Belize etc, "retirement residency" doesn't exist in Grenada. Permanent residence can be applied for after two years of living on the island.
@@ExodusCollective Does two years of living on the island mean as a tourist or on another type of residence visa? I've seen it mentioned for other countries as well.
@@dovygoodguy1296 it'd be two years on a tourist visa (which you pay approx 25 USD/month to extend).
Good for you and the kids, no sugar! That tiny pebble and the shissh sound, does work. Great video!
Thank you Wendy! I hope you're doing well 🙂
YES GROWING NO MATTER WHERE YOU ARE IS VERY IMPORTANT ISLANDERS USUALLY GROW MOST THINGS AND WE ARE A PEOPLE OF SURVIVAL I WILL GODS WILL MAKING MY WAY THERE 2023 SUMMER AND WILL HAVE MOST THINGS SHIPPED STAY BLESSED.
Good luck with your move next year!
Great thoughts. I'd like to add the importance of community and being complementary. Not growing the same as your neighbors so you have something to barter. Don't be an island...😂
Another informative piece Zoe. The worldwide nuances are definitely having an impact. However, as you say the key is to have contingency plans in place. We must continue to encourage and support our diaspora family and friends who are wanting to relocate. It maybe that whislt they plan, maybe they should give consideration to extending their actual relocation date, until things stabilise. As they will stabilise!!
Absolutely! Contingency plans are an absolute must these days!
The reality quite recently that I encountered is that there is a shortage of 'lettuce' on island...!!!
Lettuce seems generally hard to come by. I guess the hotels get first dibs. It's so easy to grow your own though...
I suggest a walking stick for the dogs, etc.
Yeah I generally find just reaching down for a stone is enough to get them to turn around 🙂. A walking stick would be handy though!
Yes, a stick for sure
is Grenada a place where someone can start over and live off grid?
@Alex Edwards Great question Alex, I was wondering the same thing.👍🏾❤😊💚
Sprout Vegetables
Great idea! I've stocked up on seeds...
Plan B alternatives cassava flour, yam flour, sugar cane juice, save any seeds from sumpermarket produce.
Bring seeds with you, you can buy them from pound land. Forage for wild food, tropical countries have plenty of wild food.
I was thinking the same thing because I saw it done during the embargo in Guyana many years ago. The people became very self sufficient they even made exercise pages from green banana flour.
Great advice. I really want to get into foraging here too!
Wow, paper from flour? I'd love to give that a try
@@ExodusCollective No, I meant flour, for baking…although it might be possible to make paper from the pulp of cassava and yam.
Am from grenada and cost of living is not a problem for me because I grow my own food and also make secondary products with my garden produce such as seasoning, flour, spice powders,oil,peanut butter and more
Also I go hunting and fishing and have animals for meat
Where are you walking?, it’s so beautiful!
Thanks, I was in Fort Jeudy
@@ExodusCollective I love that end of the island.