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Before coming to Africa, I wish you knew this: don’t let the ‘American mindset’ of convenience dictate your experience.

Embrace the reality.
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#traveltips #culturalunderstanding #mindsetshift by @awakenwithmark

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NOVEMBER 30 IS THE NEXT EXPAT RETIREMENT WEBINAR ✈️

Online webinar.

Sunday November 30 @1:00PM Eastern Standard Time.

$10 per person!

Seats are LIMITED!!

🎟️ Comment “YES” to get a DM with your signup link!

Welcome to the Expat Lifestyle: Retirement Edition webinar!

This is a panel including: Mark and Marlene who have been married 39 years and successfully lived abroad for four years.

We will share our experiences, along with expat sons Josiah and Daniel, and with special guest, Local Maasai, Evelyn.

You will learn about: how to select the best country for you, how we made money, what challenges we faced, how much it cost to live abroad, visa experience, and how to move abroad - Q&A is included.

⭐️ Comment “YES” to get a DM with your signup link!

See you Sunday, NOVEMBER 30 at 1:00PM Eastern Standard Time!
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#retirement #movingabroad #retirementplans by @awakenwithmark

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What would your life look like if fear wasn’t calling the shots?

After 15 countries and 3 years abroad, @awakenwithmark and his family chose purpose over comfort and Zanzibar over the status quo.

They left the U.S. debt-free, mortgage-free, and never looked back.
Now they’re building a new life and helping other families imagine more for themselves too.

At Travel, Move & Do Business: Tanzania, Mark is sharing what it really looks like to build overseas:

✅The mindset it takes

✅The systems that make it work

✅And how to create a life aligned with your values, not your fears

This isn’t just about moving. It’s about moving on purpose.
Only 9 tickets left. If this message speaks to you… now is the time.

👉🏾Comment “ TANZANIA” to join us online this weekend. taken in Zanzibar, Tanzania by @awakenwithmark

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Throwback to when our founder,
Dr. Mwatima Juma @drmwatimajuma , got caught up in the vibrant energy of the @kwetukwenucommunitymarket in @fumbatown #Zanzibar! 🌿✨

Wherever she goes, adventure follows—especially with @AwakenWithMark in the mix! 😆

At @Msongeorganicfarm, we love surprises and spontaneous connections.

Maybe it’s time for another unexpected meet-up? Who’s in? 👀💚

#MsongeOrganicFarm #SustainableAgriculture #EcoLiving #FarmToTable #OrganicFarming #PermacultureZanzibar #ZanzibarAgriculture #EatLocal by @awakenwithmark

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L E G A C Y
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#blackfamilytravels #retiredabroad #moveabroad #leaveamerica taken in Zanzibar, Tanzania by @awakenwithmark

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EVERYTHING WON’T MAKE SENSE AT FIRST…

But that’s okay, the only pressure is what you put on yourself - whether you’re moving abroad solo or as a family.

Start with WHY you want to move and live internationally.

Or if you don’t know that yet - start with WHY you don’t want to stay in America.

Write these things down 📖 🖊️

Commit to them.

From there, begin asking questions and Googling the alternatives.

Examples:
• “Where are the healthiest people living?”
• “Where in the world does USD go the farthest?”
• “What are the least corrupt countries in the world?”
• “When is the best time to visit _____ country?”

The more questions you ask the more answers you get, and the bigger picture and options you will begin to see.

If you need help, comment “AWAKEN” and we will DM you the link to our Epic Expat Research Guide to aid you in your travels.

Living abroad is still possible!

#moveabroad #retireabroad #travelfamily #expat #internationalliving #islandlife #nomadictravel #digitalnomadfamily #familytravelblogger #livingabroad taken in Zanzibar, Tanzania by @awakenwithmark

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THE HARDEST PART IS AT THE START 🚦

What do you (and your family) want the most out of your move overseas?

- Peace
- Safety
- Culture
- Spirituality
- Retirement
- Travel
- Wellness boost
- Business opportunities, etc…

Determine that - write it down like commandments - and you’re already further ahead than you were before!

This is the time to know what YOU want that living in America doesn’t provide anymore.

The new American dream is leaving America and living off of USD with a better quality of life.

We’ve been doing it for almost 4 years, and you can too!

Make moving abroad easier on yourself and get clear on your priorities.

Just start planning - it doesn’t have to be perfect.

The travel and financial logistics of moving will take care of themselves.

If you want some help, comment “AWAKEN”, and we will DM you the link to our complimentary eBook, the Epic Expat Research Guide 📖.

PS: that papaya juice was delicious 😋
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#moveabroad #retireabroad #zanzibar #islandliving #familytravel #expatfamily #travel #expat #traveltips #digitalnomadfamily #familytravelblogger #digitalnomadfamily #livingabroad taken in Tanzania, Africa by @awakenwithmark

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WE FOUND ALL OF THEM FOR YOU!

It’s true - just comment “AWAKEN” and we will DM you the link to our complimentary Epic Expat Research Guide to aid you in your move abroad.

It includes organized links for finding the 100+ visa-free countries for American travelers.

The archive for the safest and least corrupt countries in the world.

The best healthcare index for international living (especially for retirees)…

And more!

Comment “AWAKEN”.

Also, new videos on the YouTube channel this week, link in bio!
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#moveabroad #retireabroad #expatfamily #internationalliving #expat #travel #livingabroad #healthcareabroad #travelfamily #nomadicfamily #digitalnomadfamily #familytravelblogger taken in Tanzania, Africa by @awakenwithmark

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✈️ NEED YOUR U.S. PASSPORT❓

Here’s where to apply:

✅ Post Office or Local Facility – Best for routine applications.

✅ Regional Passport Agency – For urgent travel (within 14 days).

✅ Expedited Services – Private companies can speed it up (for a fee).

✅ By Mail – Only for renewals.

Make sure you plan ahead because processing can take 6-8 weeks (or 2-3 weeks expedited).

Websites:
🔗 USPS.com
🔗 Travel.State.gov
🔗 State Department Search Tool

Comment AWAKEN and we will DM you the link to our complimentary eBOOK, the Epic Expat Research Guide 📖 to help you start planning your move abroad!
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#TravelReady #PassportTips #LivingAbroad #MoveAbroad #NomadicFamily #TravelFamily #DigitalNomadFamily #BlackFamilyTravel #FamilyTravelBlogger taken in Zanzibar, Tanzania by @awakenwithmark

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ADVENTURE IS ACTION NOT EMOTION 🌍

To move abroad you need to start with a few things:

A CORE WHY or reason you want to move abroad.

A fresh passport (renew if necessary).

Continuous income or renewable savings.

A system to save research, and prep for your move.

An idea of the quality of life you want/need living abroad.

An openness to new cultures and their norms.

Faith that you can do this.
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Need help getting started? Comment “AWAKE” and we will DM you the link to our Epic Expat Research Guidebook.

#moveabroad #travel #expat #leaveamerica #internationalliving #passportlife #visaapplication #islandliving #wanderlust #exploretheworld #travelgram #travelandleisure #lifestyle #adventurousspirit #expatliving taken in Zanzibar, Tanzania by @awakenwithmark

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NO SHADE, JUST PERSPECTIVE 🏞️

There’s room for everyone, for real tho.

#leaveamerica #passportlife #moveabroad #expat #travel #lifestyle #visaapproved #travelgram #travelandleisure #retireabroad #digitalnomad #exploretanzania #adventuretravel taken in Zanzibar, Tanzania by @awakenwithmark

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DID YOU FORGET YOUR DREAM 💭❓

Clear away the stresses of life…

The 24-hour news cycle…

The naysayers…

Your circumstances…

The government…

Your weaknesses…

Sweep all that aside and unearth your move abroad goal (or any goal for that matter).

Remember what it felt like when anything was possible!

Let yourself remember.

Let yourself dream big again.

Let yourself make the impossible - possible ✈️

Comment “AWAKEN” and we will DM you our complimentary travel resource ebook.

#moveabroad #retireabroad #internationalliving #blackfamilytravels #leaveamerica #exploreafrica #expatliving #expatfamily #travel #expat #travelandleisure #dreambig #positivemindset by @awakenwithmark

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