Popular opinions about living abroad VS my opinions | LIFE IN AUSTRALIA

Hi all,
I hope you enjoy this video about popular opinions about living abroad versus my opinions. Please note that this are just my opinions based on my experiences - nothing serious here! I hope you enjoy it and leave me your thoughts/opinions too.
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[@Spruceofficial__]

The annoying thing about these “popular opinions” is that the people who say these things have never travelled or even visited overseas…SMH🤦🏽‍♀️

[@lifewithchioma]

Ah nne! You know how it is😁

[@victoriangozi3602]

Chy, my friend, well done ❤

[@mpumelelolinda3537]

Hi Chioma.. Since i relocated here,i decided not to make an effort to find people from my country or my fellow black sisters.I want to socialise with whoever is available and embrace me as a person.I just want to know the country,its people and ultimately the lifestyle without any unnecessary pressure.

[@lifewithchioma]

I can't think of a better mindset to have when you decide to live in another country!

[@Nykster]

I'm not thinking of emigrating to Australia, I watch your videos for your calm and soothing voice along with your entertaining stories of Australia. You should probably narrate an ebook one day lol

[@lifewithchioma]

Oh thank you so much. Narrating an ebook sounds like something I might actually enjoy.

[@splendid9529]

Though im not currently going to Australia but i come here to learn IELT from her😂

[@zimcoder]

I think such videos need hard stats.. personal opinions are just that opinions.. everyone's situation is different

[@victoriasawah5921]

hello I am watching from Liberia

[@dammietees]

Chi, I have so much to say, but I'll try to keep it brief. On working two jobs: it really depends on the job and your budget. There are people doing survival jobs who earn more than traditional workers. In this day and age, people work two jobs for several reasons, including black tax. This is not excluding those back home. These days, we see almost all corporate employees owning a business-everyone wants a side hustle! So, why is this being pinned as an ailment for those who live abroad? Everyone will be alright in the end. Loneliness: Initially, this bothered me because I was a bubbly, outgoing person back home. But now, I love the loneliness. I mean this in every sense because I now use my precious time for more productive things. Regarding competition, marriage crisis and limited career opportunities, you nailed it! Do you people and live by your terms. One opinion you missed is that if you get a mortgage, you should not celebrate because the house is not yours; it is for the bank. 🤣 Thanks sis for the video, drops 🖊️

[@lifewithchioma]

You see that last line, that is my husband's mantra to people who want to buy a property but don't seem to have done their research and think it's only about saving up a deposit. Thanks for adding that. For sure, many people these days, home and abroad are taking up side hustles. Multiple streams of income is always encouraged. I was referring more to the impression that the typical 'abroadian' is working more than one regular job - eg one day job and another night shift (in addition to any other side hustles) just to be able to pay their bills. They think all we do is work from Sunday to Sunday.

[@spiritinmotion1327]

There is also the flip side, where fellow countrymen hear about someone who just bought a property, and they suddenly start getting defensive. Whether you buy a house or not is a personal decision that depends on your circumstances. Many Nigerians, both home and abroad, tend to use material possessions to oppress, attack, defend, or envy. Everybody should do their own thing and let others be. "To each aboki his kettle." About marriage-it's simple: "to thyself be true." If one is not a Christian following its values, then find out what dynamics work for you and your spouse and stay there, regardless of the country. To sacrifice your peace, happiness, and each other's company (at least the 97.5% when it's pleasurable) to conform to some "standard/norm" that leaves both of you shredded is "iberibe." That's my 50 kobo note.

[@lifewithchioma]

Spot on!

[@shassan4814]

i'm sudanese lived in china for 7 years and now in the uk for a year, all what you have said is unbelievably correct, i wish the internet is full of people like you. keep it up cause people need your content

[@jamesaremu7129]

As a Nigerian Living in New Zealand for almost 10 years, I agree with you 100 %

[@Lasolucion369]

Excelente

[@TheRealRaquel]

Good morning from Belgium 🔆 You're glowing 😊Thank you for another great video 🙏🏽

[@lifewithchioma]

Good morning to you too😊 and thank you.

[@Julienattoung679]

Thank u chioma

[@Emxy-kc8sj]

So na boarding school do me this thing, chai😢.i barely miss anything or anyone

[@lifewithchioma]

Why did your comment make me sad but also smile at the same time😊. Boarding school is an experience.

[@JoeMknz]

ive been in australia for 10 years now after finishing two masters,at one point i had 4 jobs at the same time! Working to cover rent,expenses,tuitons fees' trying to find around 18000 every 6 months.' I made it happen on my own,You definitely can make it with one job if you are working full time in my opinion,BUT if you are thinking about coming to australia as a student,with the work limitations you have with your student visa,its very hard to save enough on your own for all your expenses plus tuition fees in my experience.

[@SleekEventss-wy7yn]

But is it possible to get 4 jobs as a student?

[@benchuksokeke237]

Please how can a Niga trained lawyer the same common lawyer do legal practice in Australia

[@nwokekeuchechukwu]

Mehn you're the best so far!!! Auntie chioma i wonna ask a question, please what will be my budget on Temporary skilled migration visa Subclass 482. As i already have a Aussie friend who is a citizen. And I'll be going to his place, let's say he'll accommodate me o and other stuffs. But my question is like how much will be my budget from Nigeria to Australia. Abeg no ignore me o

[@joygal7743]

one guy who's wife is a teacher whom I was sending job openings for teachers at that time sd he can't let the wife apply or she will leave him 😮. My jaw dropped. Knwing I was trying to help someone like dt broke my heart I stopped abruptly. Some pple can never progress cos of mental power.

[@Yahwehs1074]

Wow.. this is sad. Many will be grateful for such an opportunity. Anyways whether in Nigeria or abroad, a man who's intimidated by the wife's success would act that way. I, for one, am an educationist and would love to get such job info. Thanks

[@_Serendip]

I love your calmness and how you talk. It's refreshing.

[@lifewithchioma]

Oh, thank you so much!

[@kemisvlog7618]

Hello chioma, hope you’re doing great 😊

[@lifewithchioma]

Hello Kemi. I am doing just fine. How are you too?

[@chukshenry5134]

Hey Chioma, that's a very comprehensive popular opinion and i can relate to a few especially that of the menial/odd jobs that are readily available when one migrate newly especially here in Australia. i come from a professional IT background back home in Nigeria, where i worked in corporate head office in one of the popular banks in Nigeria with three years experience, and when i got here after applying to so many IT jobs i couldn't get any because of the work restrictions that my visa has. and i was forced to take on some the care jobs that was available but I'm thankful regardless because it has supported me and is still supporting me thus far and i enjoy the flexibility of picking hours that is convenient for me so i can also study and get my school work done. but then again my eyes has not gone away from what i already know which is IT and which is also why i am pursing a degree as well to get into the industry here when I'm done. so for me there is already a goal i have and want to achieve eventually, so long i don't take my eyes away from it, then i should be fine . God willing. its an interesting topic and thanks for sharing your thoughts towards it.

[@lifewithchioma]

Thanks for your insightful comment, Henry. For sure there's absolutely nothing wrong with a care job. I did it for a few months myself when I was studying so I can definitely relate to the flexibility it offers especially when you are on such a restricted visa like a student visa. I also see that your sights are still set your goal to go back to the IT industry so this is just a phase for you and not the final destination. That's exactly what I am referring to in the video, for those who hold the impression that a career in the care industry is the only option available to them when they relocate.

[@nutritionhealthylifestylef9552]

Did u have work experience before taking the care job

[@nutritionhealthylifestylef9552]

@@lifewithchiomahi chi, do I need to have experience before applying for a care job

[@laurasam7554]

That lonely part I totally agree. I don’t feel lonely at all, I love my company

[@lifewithchioma]

Glad to see there are others like me.

[@blessingonwujekwe7212]

In regards to the last opinion, i think it all comes down to qualifications as they prefer an australian qualification. So, most people do these care jobs for the mean time to survive while finding their way around things.😊

[@princewillgreen5057]

This is such a brilliant video! I'm glad I found you channel.

[@EmpressJulia77]

You speak so eloquently,I am learning from you as a new youtuber also living abroad. 👌and i can relate a lot on the things you mentioned 😅 Thank you Chi ❤❤❤❤

[@pandaexpress1319]

I can completely relate to your point about the way people view you for not having a house almost one decade in the country. The moment you get PR, there is pressure from your community to buy a house or be seen as a failure. Having a house somehow means that you have "made it" in life. I know someone personally who was pressured into buying a house by a common friend of ours as soon as he got the PR. Now this poor guy is struggling to pay his mortgage and regrets the decision to buy when he clearly wasn't ready. The problem is with our own communities who measure success by the visa/PR status, home ownership, job and what kind of car you drive. Australians don't give a shit about any of this.

[@lifewithchioma]

This is exactly what I am talking about. Poor guy! Thank you for sharing

[@Tinusuz]

Great points. I somewhat disagree with the loneliness point, there’s different aspects, some people relocate abroad on their own (single), some with partners and then there’s people that relocate with their partners and kids. We may not have the time to talk to families back home regularly or be out socialising but the fact that there’s someone or people familiar around to relate with makes a huge difference.

[@lifewithchioma]

Yes, you make a good point about relocating alone versus with people. It makes a difference, however for some personality types, loneliness is not a function of the presence or absence of other humans. Infact some people feel more lonely in the presence of people, even if they are family. I was speaking to that personality difference in this video. Thanks for your perspective❤

[@teejaycarter2842]

Hi Choma, love this video. Very well said.. I can relate to the loneliness and unhealthy competition. You are so well spoken 😊❤️

[@lifewithchioma]

Thank you!

[@priscillaonyinye-p5z]

Big sis, thanks for posting this. I ❤ this post.

[@lifewithchioma]

You are so welcome

[@Yvonne-cn8xt]

Thank you Chioma for the video

[@lifewithchioma]

You're welcome.

[@faizacobblah4466]

Auntie Chioma im from ghana i would like to move to Australia as a careģiver please how do i go about it.

[@VerabellaOparah]

We’ve all learned to enjoy our loneliness in peace oh. People who say don’t bring your wife abroad are the “I want to eat my cake and have it” type. They know the system doesn’t support their misogyny or fuel their Yeye Ego. They’re the masters you talked about 😂👀

[@lifewithchioma]

🤣Our loneliness is a treasure! The eating cake and having it people are side eyeing you o😒😁

[@joygal7743]

Yes we know dem 😢 smh

[@EmpressJulia77]

You speak so eloquently,I am learning from you as a new youtuber also living abroad. 👌and i can relate a lot on the things you mentioned 😅 Thank you Chi ❤❤❤❤

[@lifewithchioma]

Oh thank you and I wish you all the best on your youtube journey too.

[@priscillaonyinye-p5z]

Hmm...indeed you are a scholar. I love your analysis of opinion 4.

[@lifewithchioma]

You're welcome!

[@DStoryPlace]

Nice video. ❤