{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Why Expats Leave Mexico with Author Michael Dash","description":"As you know, Mexico is a hotspot for expats and digital nomads, but they don\u2019t often last long here\u2026 Why, you ask? Join Kristin for a candid conversation with author and personal development coach, Michael Dash, about the main reasons why expats leave Mexico. Hear about Michael\u2019s struggles living in Mexico, why he chose to move to Tulum over 3 years ago, and why he hasn't left yet. Plus, he shares tips and advice on overcoming the challenges of living the #expatlife in Mexico. Wondering if Mexico is the right place for your next move? This episode could help you find the answer!   Special Offers: Travel to Costa Rica with Kristin Tortuga Backpacks Nomad Health by SafetyWing (Global Health Insurance for Remote Workers and Digital Nomads)   Topics Discussed: Michael\u2019s daily life in California vs. Mexico. The shocking reality of Mexico during COVID. Favorite activities and places in Mexico. Michael\u2019s cost of living in Mexico. Overcoming addiction & becoming an author and retreat host. Training to climb Mount Kilimanjaro. The challenges of living as an expat in Mexico. Why Michael has questioned living in Tulum. Tips and advice on moving to Mexico or anywhere abroad.   Questions Answered: Why did you decide to move to Tulum? What is the community like in Tulum? Do you still have to pay US taxes as an expat living in Mexico? Why do expats choose to quit living in Mexico? What are the best parts of living in Tulum? and more!   Episode Resources:  Learn about Michael\u2019s Retreats Get Michael\u2019s book, Chasing the High Online Men\u2019s Group: Men of Means Allen Carr\u2019s books on overcoming addictions 29029 Everesting   Related Podcasts: Ep 10: US Taxes for Digital Nomads with IRS Enrolled Agent, Grace Taylor Ep 106: How U.S. Expats Feel About Paying Taxes Abroad and Renouncing Citizenship Ep 118: Paying US Taxes as an Expat Abroad \u2013 What You Need To Know Ep 215: The Easy Way To Live a Better Life Ep 216: Demystifying Expat Taxes: What to Know About Filing Taxes Abroad Ep 249: Tulum, Mexico: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly Ep 250: From Canada to Mexico \u2013 How a Near-Death Experience Changed This Expat\u2019s Life Ep 253: Finnish Pilot-Turned Poker Player on Starting a New Life in Mexico   Related Videos: How I See the US After Living Abroad for 15 Years [CULTURE SHOCK] Living in Mexico as an Expat: Crime, Health, Cost-of-Living, & More Why He Left the US to find FREEDOM in Mexico \ud83c\uddf2\ud83c\uddfd How She Became a Solo Female Traveler and Digital Nomad   Places in Mexico Mentioned: Holisitika, Tulum Palma Central, Tulum Valle De Bravo Mexico City Cabo Puerta Vallarta San Pancho Sayulita   Connect with Guest, Michael Dash: Visit his website Follow on Instagram Connect on LinkedIn Connect on Facebook   Connect with Kristin and Support the Show: *   Become a Patron *   Buy a Coffee *   Follow on Instagram *   Join the Facebook Group *   Leave a 5-Star Review *   Subscribe on YouTube   See the show notes pages on BadassDigitalNomads.com or TravelingwithKristin.com\/podcast for detailed notes and transcripts. ","author_name":"Traveling with Kristin","author_url":"https:\/\/www.travelingwithkristin.com\/podcast","html":"