As a Trans Woman, Leaving America Changed My Life in Ways I Never Expected

One year ago today, I stood in an airport with everything I owned packed into what I could carry.

Apr 1 • Michelle Grace Herman

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March 2026

Tips for Moving Abroad as an American LGBTQIA+ College Student

There comes a point when staying put feels heavier than leaving.

Mar 23 • Michelle Grace Herman

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How to Leave the U.S. as an LGBTQIA+ Person: Your 2026 Escape Plan

The complete guide to protecting your rights and starting over where you’re actually safe

Mar 17 • Michelle Grace Herman

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What It’s Actually Like to Teach English in Rural Thailand

The 10 most important lessons I learned.

Mar 5 • Michelle Grace Herman

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January 2026

Your Brain on Thailand: How Moving Abroad Literally Rewires You

When most people picture moving overseas, they focus on logistics: flights, visas, finding an apartment, packing bags, and letting go of belongings.

Jan 15 • Michelle Grace Herman

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December 2025

Important Things I Learned in 2025

2025 was another transformative year.

Dec 22, 2025 • Michelle Grace Herman

November 2025

The Ubiquitous Thai Elephant Pants

Comfortable Fashion with Cultural Significance

Nov 26, 2025 • Michelle Grace Herman

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October 2025

Yesterday, I Crashed my Motorbike

Today, I'm in rough shape

Oct 27, 2025 • Michelle Grace Herman

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A City’s True Beauty Lives in Its Contrasts

Yesterday in Bangkok, I took this photo, which finally named a lesson I’ve been circling for years.

Oct 15, 2025 • Michelle Grace Herman

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September 2025

Discover Your Destination Personality

Discover the destinations that match your spirit, your lifestyle, and your dreams.

Sep 22, 2025 • Michelle Grace Herman

Travel as a Political Act

Most of us are taught to think of travel as an escape: a break from real life, a time to relax, shop, or tick off a list of famous sights.

Sep 15, 2025 • Michelle Grace Herman

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10 Countries Where LGBTQIA+ Americans Are Finding a Fresh Start

Many Americans are asking if life in the US is still working for them.

Sep 3, 2025 • Michelle Grace Herman

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