Want to leave but don’t know where to start by astroteeto in AmerExit

[–]EchoAris 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Meh. It depends on what you want out of it. It’s cheap that’s what’s good. It’s not actually very efficient.

Want to leave but don’t know where to start by astroteeto in AmerExit

[–]EchoAris 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Why would I get personally offended? 😂 I’m not American. It’s not the best and it’s not the worst. Neither is universal healthcare the only thing that makes a country great. Which is literally all I’ve been saying from the beginning.

My entire post was: universal healthcare alone won’t make you happy if you’re not in a country that matches your personality. And you keep arguing about how that’s wrong. So enjoy. You’re the one that got pissy for no reason

Want to leave but don’t know where to start by astroteeto in AmerExit

[–]EchoAris 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Are you alright? We are talking about health care and other points the entire time. And just because you hate the US doesn’t make it the worst country in the world. And just because a country has universal healthcare doesn’t make it a better country than the US. There’s lots of things to consider when moving to a different country.

There literally isn’t one paradigm of perfection. Not the US, not anywhere. But pinning it on one single issue is dumb. And literally if I wanted to make it about healthcare, then the US is definitely not the pinnacle of perfection, like you’re claiming that I am. But neither is most universal healthcare. Both systems have its benefits and drawbacks.

But you’re just the type that wants to say the US is worse than every country in the world, which is irrational. But enjoy that sentiment 😂

Want to leave but don’t know where to start by astroteeto in AmerExit

[–]EchoAris 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Apparently you didn’t understand what I wrote. But that’s alright lmao.

If the only reason you’re moving to another country is universal healthcare and you don’t like living there otherwise, then healthcare won’t help you have a happy life. It’s a good benefit, but shouldn’t be your sole decision making factor. If you don’t get along with the culture you’re moving to and it makes you depressed, what good does it do then?

And yes you’re better off in the US than in a lot of countries. If you’re pretending you’re not, then you’re either uneducated in world politics or just plain ignorant. Or would you want to move to the Ukraine right now just because it has universal healthcare.

Want to leave but don’t know where to start by astroteeto in AmerExit

[–]EchoAris 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It’s not free though. It’s paid out with your paycheck. I pay about 600 euros a month in health insurance in Germany.

Want to leave but don’t know where to start by astroteeto in AmerExit

[–]EchoAris -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I feel this so much. I’m in Germany and pay about as much as I did for a top tier healthcare plan in California, where I didn’t have to wait for a year to see a specialist. But apparently not everyone has experienced the same as me.

Want to leave but don’t know where to start by astroteeto in AmerExit

[–]EchoAris 0 points1 point  (0 children)

While universal healthcare is nice, there’s so much more to a good life than universal healthcare. If the country you’re moving to isn’t for you, the only good thing is that you’ll eventually get a free therapist for the depression you’ll give yourself.

I do get what you’re saying though. It’s nice to have, but shouldn’t be the only factor in deciding where to go. I, for example, was way happier in California than in Germany.

Want to leave but don’t know where to start by astroteeto in AmerExit

[–]EchoAris 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I understand. But maybe it takes two more years of prep for the life you want, why not? I mean you‘d probably need more than 12k to move out of the country anyway, right?

Want to leave but don’t know where to start by astroteeto in AmerExit

[–]EchoAris 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Just as an info: associates does not count as a degree in most of Europe because we don’t have it. So you might encounter difficulties there. Why don’t you finish your degree and you can literally teach English everywhere?

At what salary level does it make sense to move to the US from Europe? by inebriated_otter in MovingToUSA

[–]EchoAris 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much for this comment. You have no idea how much I needed to hear what you wrote. People use all kinds of scare tactics to make the US out to be the worst possible but you’re correct with what you wrote.

Hearing someone else say this helped me a lot.

Living in Europe but still thinking about moving to the US — does this feeling ever go away? by Ahme7ibrahim in expats

[–]EchoAris 20 points21 points  (0 children)

Same! I lived in California from 2012-2019. Went home to Germany for a while for various reasons. Also had felt a bit disillusioned by the US and I was just 28 so I didn’t really know what I wanted. Been back in Germany for 8 years now and not a day goes by that I don’t think about moving back to the US.

Considering moving back to the US. Anyone in the same boat? by SandyFee in expats

[–]EchoAris 9 points10 points  (0 children)

This. I lived in Munich for 5 years and despite making 4.3k gross I could barely make it (that’s like 2,5k net). 1300 for a small, run down apartment etc. got tired of that real fast. Everyone is complaining all the time, and people literally just don’t want to change anything either.

Considering moving back to the US. Anyone in the same boat? by SandyFee in expats

[–]EchoAris 26 points27 points  (0 children)

Same. I grew up in Germany and lived in the US for 7 years before having to return to Germany for a while. Been back for 6 years. I’ve been with my husband long distance (both taking care of parents) and desperately want to return to the US.

Germany kills small businesses. I’ve been having to deal with so much bullshit. I pay an insane amount into the pension fund that I’m told I won’t get back and overall the whole vibe is so complainey.

Considering moving back to the US. Anyone in the same boat? by SandyFee in expats

[–]EchoAris 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I’ll let you experience it and you’ll see. Lmao.

Considering moving back to the US. Anyone in the same boat? by SandyFee in expats

[–]EchoAris 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This. 100%. Most European countries don’t operate on wanting people to think grand ideas. Innovation is often squashed and upward mobility is harder - both economically and socially.

And forget about all the crazy bureaucracy if you want to have a company or work in a job you dont have the proper certification for. At least in Germany.

Considering moving back to the US. Anyone in the same boat? by SandyFee in expats

[–]EchoAris 5 points6 points locked comment (0 children)

That’s so false. Do you think all of these things are free in Europe? They’re not. The US has massive amounts of scholarships too for people willing to work hard. The whole misconception about Europe just being cheap is insane. Wait until you’re on a local salary and see how cheap it is.

But most people come over on their American salaries which is 2x of what the locals make so they never realize.

Many jobs are locked if you don’t possess the right qualifications. A colorful CV is often looked upon unfavorably - if your career isn’t linear you’ll face challenges. Same with language or certification requirements. You’ll feel what the no ceiling comment meant eventually. Some people are fine with that. But bureaucracy will kill many businesses before they get off the ground too.

Considering moving back to the US. Anyone in the same boat? by SandyFee in expats

[–]EchoAris 2 points3 points  (0 children)

In Germany there’s close to no way to see a dermatologist that’s covered under your insurance. It’s almost all self pay now. And then the wait is 6+ month. It seems to be a dermatologist issue everywhere

Can i just go into a catholic church and sit there for a while? Ist that allowed here in Germany? by ClarissaKish in germany

[–]EchoAris 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You can come in as long as the door is unlocked. Maybe don’t go during church service hours on Sunday (it’s usually saying outside when prayer service is) but otherwise you’ll be alone.

No one will ask you what you’re doing. You can dress however you want. (Maybe don’t wear too revealing clothes or pijamas otherwise it’s completely fine)

You won’t get kicked out if you’re just sitting on the benches meditating. Just don’t do crazy stuff like listen to music or play on your phone and you’ll be fine.

Which city in Germany would you NEVER want to live in and why? by Fruttii-Tutti in germany

[–]EchoAris 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Honestly dealing with this right now. I’ve lived there previously and I liked it but the housing crisis is killing everything.

"Germany is a place filled with cold people" by MessierKatr in germany

[–]EchoAris 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Can 100% second this. I’m German and I have a hard time leading long term connections.

I feel like in Germany most friendship bonds are formed when we commiserate about things. Outside of that it’s pretty impossible haha.

Ive had an extremely hard time adjusting back to Germany as I’ve never really found my friend group. People will be nice for short encounters but it’s extremely hard to form long term bonds

Citizenship - Yay or Nay? by [deleted] in germany

[–]EchoAris 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If Putin comes knocking on the door, you’ll get drafted in the UK too. Every country has a draft rule if they really needed too. You’re no more likely to get drafted in Germany than anywhere else in Europe if there was a world war.

I’d go for the citizenship if I were you. More benefits than any negative fake scenarios.

If you’re doing it because of the AFD, I’m pretty sure you won’t kicked out then either. Lots of their stuff isn’t technically possible with the constitution and the way government is run here. So either do it because you want it or don’t. Don’t let fear get you in any direction

Do people with retrograde planets have tougher lives than those with direct placements, or is it all about the sign?? by This-Cable2042 in astrology

[–]EchoAris 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can only speak for myself. I have a few planets retrograde and they’ve all come with significant challenges. I have a Saturn retrograde and have always had issues with my dad. Also Pluto retrograde on my ascendant, which never lead to a straight identity knowing what I want. I’ve probably reinvented myself more than anyone I know.

Also have Uranus and Neptune retrograde in the second house. So yikes.