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You’ve done it! You navigated the bureaucracy, landed the job, and built a new life in Amsterdam. From the outside, you are the picture...

As an expat in Amsterdam, you quickly master the art of the casual check-in. "How are you settling in?" a colleague asks. "Great,...

Life as an expat in Amsterdam is a whirlwind. Between navigating a demanding career, building a new social circle, and adapting to the...

For many of us, the person we are today was forged in the fires of our past. We learned how to be resilient, how to protect ourselves,...

It’s the constant hum beneath the surface—a feeling of unease as you navigate a packed social calendar, a racing heart before a high-stakes meeting, or a sense of dread that settles in on a quiet Sunday evening. For many expats in Amsterdam, life is a delicate balance of incredible opportunities and immense pressures. Anxiety can feel like an unavoidable tax on the ambition and excitement of building a life abroad. But while anxiety is a universal human experience, it doesn't

It’s a feeling that can be both powerful and frightening. One moment, you’re dealing with a minor frustration—a difficult colleague, a delayed train, a miscommunication with a partner. The next, a "flashpoint" occurs. It feels like a hijack; a hot, reactive wave washes over you, and suddenly you are no longer in control. You say things you don't mean. You react in a way that feels disproportionate, and later, you're left with a wake of regret, confusion, and shame. If this so

It can start as a spark—a flash of frustration in a crowded bike lane, a surge of irritation in a miscommunicated email, or a slow burn of resentment after a long day. For many expats navigating the pressures of life in Amsterdam, anger can feel like a powerful, unwelcome force. It can feel like it’s in the driver’s seat, leaving you feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, and disconnected from yourself and others. But anger is not your enemy. It is a signal, a messenger trying to te