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From Athlone to Sweden a journey of growth with Wendy Carlsson-Ep45

The Relocated South African | Emigration stories
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In this episode, I speak with Wendy Carlsson, a South African who relocated to Sweden. Wendy shares her journey from growing up in a coloured community in Cape Town to adapting to life in Sweden. She shares her experiences with cultural differences, starting a business, and the challenges of being away from her family. She reflects on the beauty of her new life while also expressing the emotional complexities of leaving her homeland. Wendy offers insights into the cost of living in Sweden, the importance of community, and advice for young South Africans considering emigration. She makes a point to travel back home regularly to see her family. Wendy Carlsson: "Life in Sweden has been wonderful, perfect growth for me in that in a world where you don't have to worry about safety," Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Journey 02:49 Wendy's Background and Early Life 11:51 Life in Sweden: A New Beginning 13:06 Starting a Business in Sweden 15:05 Adapting to Swedish Winters 17:11 Cultural Differences and Food 20:01 Reflections on South Africa 23:26 Cost of Living and Community 28:31 Advice for Young South Africans 33:15 Conclusion and Future Aspirations Find your digital home with fellow Relocated South Africans around the world. Visit https://therelocatedsouthafrican.com and connect with Jan at jan@therelocatedsouthafrican.com

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